US Bridges

Eldorado Pkwy WB over Panther Creek

Good

Collin County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of Preston Road · Structure no. 180430J00520004

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,579
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Eldorado Pkwy WB over Panther Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Eldorado Pkwy WB over Panther Creek in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 10,579 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,000 by 2031. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesEldorado Pkwy WB
CrossesPanther Creek
Location0.2 MI E of Preston Road
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.17501, -96.80002
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,579 (2019)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Eldorado Pkwy WB over Panther Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Eldorado Pkwy WB over Panther 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Eldorado Pkwy WB over Panther Creek carry?

About 10,579 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Eldorado Pkwy WB over Panther Creek?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Eldorado Pkwy WB over Panther Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.