FM 20 over West Fork Plum Creek
FairCaldwell County, Texas · 5.3 MI SW of US 183 · Structure no. 140280011502012
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,228
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 20 over West Fork Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 20 over West Fork Plum Creek in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 70 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,228 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,743 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 20 over West Fork Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is FM 20 over West Fork Plum Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does FM 20 over West Fork Plum Creek carry?
About 2,228 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 20 over West Fork Plum Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 20 over West Fork Plum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.