Rio Blanco DR over S Cottonwood Branch
FairDenton County, Texas · 0.2 MI SW of Trails Pkwy · Structure no. 180610J00535003
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 280
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rio Blanco DR over S Cottonwood Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Rio Blanco DR over S Cottonwood Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 280 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 420 by 2038. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rio Blanco DR over S Cottonwood Branch built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rio Blanco DR over S Cottonwood Branch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Rio Blanco DR over S Cottonwood Branch carry?
About 280 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Rio Blanco DR over S Cottonwood Branch?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Rio Blanco DR over S Cottonwood Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.