IH 20 EB over Hickory Creek
GoodDallas County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of IH 635 · Structure no. 180570009513393
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 288 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,590
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 EB over Hickory Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 EB over Hickory Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 28,590 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,179 by 2040. The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 EB over Hickory Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 EB over Hickory 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 EB over Hickory Creek carry?
About 28,590 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 EB over Hickory Creek?
The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 EB over Hickory Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.