US Bridges

Independence Pkwy over Rowlett Creek Trib

Fair

Collin County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of Eldorado Pkwy · Structure no. 180430J00545001

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,003
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Independence Pkwy over Rowlett Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Independence Pkwy over Rowlett Creek Trib in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 10,003 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,000 by 2031. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesIndependence Pkwy
CrossesRowlett Creek Trib
Location0.1 MI S of Eldorado Pkwy
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.17307, -96.75026
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,003 (2023)
Projected traffic12,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Independence Pkwy over Rowlett Creek Trib built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Independence Pkwy over Rowlett Creek Trib 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Independence Pkwy over Rowlett Creek Trib carry?

About 10,003 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Independence Pkwy over Rowlett Creek Trib?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Independence Pkwy over Rowlett Creek Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.