US Bridges

US 75 over Shawnee Creek

Good

Grayson County, Texas · 0.1 MI NE of Randall RD · Structure no. 010920004718292

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
39,734
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 75 over Shawnee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 75 over Shawnee Creek in Grayson 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 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 39,734 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,750 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesUS 75
CrossesShawnee Creek
Location0.1 MI NE of Randall RD
RouteU.S. Route 75
StateTexas
Coordinates33.7911, -96.56709
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,734 (2020)
Projected traffic41,750 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 75 over Shawnee Creek built?

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

What condition is US 75 over Shawnee 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 75 over Shawnee Creek carry?

About 39,734 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 75 over Shawnee Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 75 over Shawnee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.