US Bridges

Mcdermott DR over Rowlett Creek

Fair

Collin County, Texas · 0.9 MI W of Alma DR · Structure no. 180430F00305003

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
300 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
21,740
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mcdermott DR over Rowlett Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mcdermott DR over Rowlett Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1999, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 21,740 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2031. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMcdermott DR
CrossesRowlett Creek
Location0.9 MI W of Alma DR
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.10089, -96.71465
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width95 ft (29 m)
Roadway width75 ft (23 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,740 (2019)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2031
Trucks4%
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 Rowlett Creek built?

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

What condition is Mcdermott DR over Rowlett Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.

How much traffic does Mcdermott DR over Rowlett Creek carry?

About 21,740 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Mcdermott DR over Rowlett Creek?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns Mcdermott DR over Rowlett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.