IH 20 Ml over Buck Creek
FairCallahan County, Texas · 2.35 MI E of Taylor C/L · Structure no. 080300000607046
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,489
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 Ml over Buck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Ml over Buck Creek in Callahan County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 77 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 28,489 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,470 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 127 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 Ml over Buck Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is IH 20 Ml over Buck 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 Ml over Buck Creek carry?
About 28,489 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 Ml over Buck Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 127 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 Ml over Buck Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.