Projects

PRESTONWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH

Parking Design

Texas Tech Amarillo Project
Project

Project Overview

DeShazo Group performed a comprehensive traffic impact analysis and site circulation study for Prestonwood Baptist Church’s new 138-acre campus in West Plano and Carrollton, Texas. The development included a 350,000-square-foot worship center with seating for 7,000, extensive supporting facilities, and a 180-unit retirement center to serve the church’s rapidly growing 15,000-member congregation.

⛪ Religious Facilities | 📍 Plano, Texas
📐 Scope: Traffic impact analysis and transportation planning for a large-scale church campus
🏢 Client: Prestonwood Baptist Church, 350,000 gross SF, 7000 seats and a 180 unit retirement home

🚦 Traffic Impact & Volume Analysis

1. Conducted trip generation, trip distribution, and lane assignment assessments for current and projected traffic
2. Analyzed traffic volumes and level-of-service at five key intersections and interchanges surrounding the site

📊 Future Growth Projections

1. Modeled anticipated growth scenarios over a 20-year horizon to ensure long-term infrastructure adequacy
2. Developed strategies to accommodate expanding membership and increased traffic demands

Strategic Highlights

🚦 Thoughtful Planning for Safe, Efficient Parking and Traffic Flow

Enhancing campus accessibility while respecting existing site conditions and community needs.

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🚗 Access & Circulation Planning

1. Designed efficient access points and circulation patterns to reduce congestion and enhance safety
2. Coordinated with local agencies to align transportation improvements with regional plans

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🅿️ Progressive Parking Solutions

1. Integrated parking strategies to support both immediate and future facility needs
2. Balanced parking supply with traffic flow and pedestrian safety considerations