US Bridges

Shallowater DR over Trib Rowlett Creek

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.08 MI N of W Mcdermott · Structure no. 180430T01218001

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,467
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shallowater DR over Trib Rowlett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Shallowater DR over Trib Rowlett Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 2,467 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,454 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesShallowater DR
CrossesTrib Rowlett Creek
Location0.08 MI N of W Mcdermott
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.10194, -96.72754
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
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,467 (2021)
Projected traffic3,454 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
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 Shallowater DR over Trib Rowlett Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shallowater DR over Trib 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Shallowater DR over Trib Rowlett Creek carry?

About 2,467 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Shallowater DR over Trib Rowlett Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Shallowater DR over Trib Rowlett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.