US Bridges

IH 20 WB over FM 2228

Good

Callahan County, Texas · 5.25 MI E of US 283 · Structure no. 080300000701088

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
114 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,289
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 WB over FM 2228 is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 20 WB over FM 2228 in Callahan County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 11,289 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,280 by 2033. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 40 ft wide.

CarriesIH 20 WB
CrossesFM 2228
Location5.25 MI E of US 283
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.38599, -99.29853
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,289 (2019)
Projected traffic12,280 by 2033
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 WB over FM 2228 built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 WB over FM 2228 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 WB over FM 2228 carry?

About 11,289 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 WB over FM 2228?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 WB over FM 2228?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.