US Bridges

Colorado Blvd over Trib of Pecan CR

Fair

Denton County, Texas · 0.70 MI N of Lp 288 · Structure no. 180610B02050001

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,317
2016 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Colorado Blvd over Trib of Pecan CR is a concrete culvert carrying Colorado Blvd over Trib of Pecan CR in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 14,317 vehicles a day, projected to reach 22,241 by 2036. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesColorado Blvd
CrossesTrib of Pecan CR
Location0.70 MI N of Lp 288
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.19742, -97.11172
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,317 (2016)
Projected traffic22,241 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Colorado Blvd over Trib of Pecan CR built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Colorado Blvd over Trib of Pecan CR 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 Colorado Blvd over Trib of Pecan CR carry?

About 14,317 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Colorado Blvd over Trib of Pecan CR?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Colorado Blvd over Trib of Pecan CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.