US Bridges

FM 20 over Linscomb Creek

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 2.6 MI SW of FM 1854 · Structure no. 140280011503014

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,201
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 20 over Linscomb Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 20 over Linscomb Creek in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 4,201 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,881 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 20
CrossesLinscomb Creek
Location2.6 MI SW of FM 1854
RouteState Highway 20
StateTexas
Coordinates29.89344, -97.58857
Functional classRural 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,201 (2023)
Projected traffic5,881 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 20 over Linscomb Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 20 over Linscomb 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 20 over Linscomb Creek carry?

About 4,201 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 20 over Linscomb Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 20 over Linscomb Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.