IH 20 WB over E Fork Trinity River
FairDallas County, Texas · 5.6 MI E of IH 635 · Structure no. 180570009513154
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 600 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,397
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 WB over E Fork Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 WB over E Fork Trinity River in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 20,397 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,650 by 2033. The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long and 54 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 WB over E Fork Trinity River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 WB over E Fork Trinity River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 WB over E Fork Trinity River carry?
About 20,397 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 WB over E Fork Trinity River?
The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 WB over E Fork Trinity River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.