US Bridges

Silverado TR over Watters Creek

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.50 MI E of Alma RD · Structure no. 180430T01209001

Built
2009
16 years old, rebuilt 2012
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,837
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Silverado TR over Watters Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Silverado TR over Watters Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2009 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 16 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 4,837 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,772 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSilverado TR
CrossesWatters Creek
Location0.50 MI E of Alma RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.15933, -96.70702
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 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 traffic4,837 (2021)
Projected traffic6,772 by 2041
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 Silverado TR over Watters Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.

What condition is Silverado TR over Watters 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Silverado TR over Watters Creek carry?

About 4,837 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Silverado TR over Watters Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Silverado TR over Watters Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.