US Bridges

W Plano Pkwy over Prairie Creek Tributary

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.55 MI E of Coit RD · Structure no. 180430C01045015

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
21,801
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Plano Pkwy over Prairie Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying W Plano Pkwy over Prairie Creek Tributary in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older 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 21,801 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25,000 by 2031. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 132 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesW Plano Pkwy
CrossesPrairie Creek Tributary
Location0.55 MI E of Coit RD
RouteCity Street 29
StateTexas
Coordinates33.01007, -96.75671
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.8 m)
Deck width132 ft (40.3 m)
Roadway width65 ft (19.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,801 (2019)
Projected traffic25,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 W Plano Pkwy over Prairie Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Plano Pkwy over Prairie Creek Tributary 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does W Plano Pkwy over Prairie Creek Tributary carry?

About 21,801 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is W Plano Pkwy over Prairie Creek Tributary?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m) and a deck 132 ft wide.

Who owns W Plano Pkwy over Prairie Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.