US Bridges

Independence Py SB over West Rowlett Creek

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.7 MI S of FM 3537 · Structure no. 180430J00545003

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
192 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,166
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Independence Py SB over West Rowlett Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Independence Py SB over West Rowlett Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 7,166 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2031. The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIndependence Py SB
CrossesWest Rowlett Creek
Location0.7 MI S of FM 3537
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.14221, -96.75029
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum 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 length192 ft (58.5 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,166 (2019)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Py SB over West Rowlett Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Independence Py SB over West Rowlett 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Independence Py SB over West Rowlett Creek carry?

About 7,166 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Independence Py SB over West Rowlett Creek?

The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Independence Py SB over West Rowlett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.