US Bridges

Cowling RD over Clear Creek South Relief

Good

Denton County, Texas · 1.30 MI S of 5th ST · Structure no. 180610AA0204002

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
101 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,055
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cowling RD over Clear Creek South Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cowling RD over Clear Creek South Relief in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 1,055 vehicles a day, projected to reach 678 by 2037. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesCowling RD
CrossesClear Creek South Relief
Location1.30 MI S of 5th ST
RouteCounty Highway 19972
StateTexas
Coordinates33.33323, -97.18005
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length101 ft (30.8 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,055 (2019)
Projected traffic678 by 2037
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 Cowling RD over Clear Creek South Relief built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cowling RD over Clear Creek South Relief 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 Cowling RD over Clear Creek South Relief carry?

About 1,055 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Cowling RD over Clear Creek South Relief?

The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Cowling RD over Clear Creek South Relief?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.