US Bridges

Robson Ranch RD over Trib Denton Creek

Good

Denton County, Texas · 2.7 MI W of IH 35W · Structure no. 180610J00017005

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
76 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5,230
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Robson Ranch RD over Trib Denton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Robson Ranch RD over Trib Denton Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 5,230 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,322 by 2039. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesRobson Ranch RD
CrossesTrib Denton Creek
Location2.7 MI W of IH 35W
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.13153, -97.25433
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,230 (2019)
Projected traffic7,322 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Robson Ranch RD over Trib Denton Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Robson Ranch RD over Trib Denton 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Robson Ranch RD over Trib Denton Creek carry?

About 5,230 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Robson Ranch RD over Trib Denton Creek?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Robson Ranch RD over Trib Denton Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.