US Bridges

FM 545 over Pilot Grove Creek Relief

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of FM 1377 · Structure no. 180430101202021

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
236 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,974
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 545 over Pilot Grove Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 545 over Pilot Grove Creek Relief in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 5,974 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,240 by 2033. The structure is 236 ft (71.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFM 545
CrossesPilot Grove Creek Relief
Location0.15 MI E of FM 1377
RouteState Highway 545
StateTexas
Coordinates33.29918, -96.41929
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length236 ft (71.9 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,974 (2023)
Projected traffic3,240 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 545 over Pilot Grove Creek Relief built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 545 over Pilot Grove Creek Relief 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FM 545 over Pilot Grove Creek Relief carry?

About 5,974 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 545 over Pilot Grove Creek Relief?

The structure is 236 ft (71.9 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 545 over Pilot Grove Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.