US Bridges

El Dorado Pkwy WB over BNSF RR & Turnaround

Good

Collin County, Texas · 1.2 MI W. of Preston Rd. · Structure no. 180430J00520006

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
15,138
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

El Dorado Pkwy WB over BNSF RR & Turnaround is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying El Dorado Pkwy WB over BNSF RR & Turnaround in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 15,138 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2031. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesEl Dorado Pkwy WB
CrossesBNSF RR & Turnaround
Location1.2 MI W. of Preston Rd.
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.1747, -96.82299
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,138 (2019)
Projected traffic3,100 by 2031
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was El Dorado Pkwy WB over BNSF RR & Turnaround built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is El Dorado Pkwy WB over BNSF RR & Turnaround 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 El Dorado Pkwy WB over BNSF RR & Turnaround carry?

About 15,138 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is El Dorado Pkwy WB over BNSF RR & Turnaround?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns El Dorado Pkwy WB over BNSF RR & Turnaround?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.