US Bridges

SH 121 S to Dnt over Parkwood Blvd

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.4 MI E of Dnt · Structure no. 180430036404634

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
348 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,000
2010 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

SH 121 S to Dnt over Parkwood Blvd is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 121 S to Dnt over Parkwood Blvd in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,700 by 2030. The structure is 348 ft (106.1 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesSH 121 S to Dnt
CrossesParkwood Blvd
Location0.4 MI E of Dnt
StateTexas
Coordinates33.09369, -96.81471
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length348 ft (106.1 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,000 (2010)
Projected traffic15,700 by 2030
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 121 S to Dnt over Parkwood Blvd built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 121 S to Dnt over Parkwood Blvd 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SH 121 S to Dnt over Parkwood Blvd carry?

About 10,000 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SH 121 S to Dnt over Parkwood Blvd?

The structure is 348 ft (106.1 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns SH 121 S to Dnt over Parkwood Blvd?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.