US Bridges

Ridge Creek Pkwy over West Rowlett Creek

Fair

Collin County, Texas · 0.7 MI West of Custer RD · Structure no. 180430J00555001

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
265 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,793
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ridge Creek Pkwy over West Rowlett Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ridge Creek Pkwy over West Rowlett Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,793 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,000 by 2031. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRidge Creek Pkwy
CrossesWest Rowlett Creek
Location0.7 MI West of Custer RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyCollin County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.13429, -96.74439
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length265 ft (80.8 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,793 (2019)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
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 Ridge Creek Pkwy over West Rowlett Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ridge Creek Pkwy over West 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Ridge Creek Pkwy over West Rowlett Creek carry?

About 2,793 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Ridge Creek Pkwy over West Rowlett Creek?

The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Ridge Creek Pkwy over West Rowlett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.