US Bridges

Mcdermott DR over Waters Creek

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.60 MI W of US 75 · Structure no. 180430F00305001

Built
1999
26 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
32,756
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mcdermott DR over Waters Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mcdermott DR over Waters Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1999 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 26 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 32,756 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2031. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 135 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMcdermott DR
CrossesWaters Creek
Location0.60 MI W of US 75
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.10069, -96.68991
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width135 ft (41 m)
Roadway width97 ft (29.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,756 (2019)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mcdermott DR over Waters Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is Mcdermott DR over Waters Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does Mcdermott DR over Waters Creek carry?

About 32,756 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Mcdermott DR over Waters Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 135 ft wide.

Who owns Mcdermott DR over Waters Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.