US Bridges

IH 20 Exit Ramp over Hickory Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 0.1 MI N of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570009513405

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
358 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
42,120
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Exit Ramp over Hickory Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 Exit Ramp over Hickory Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 42,120 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,970 by 2031. The structure is 358 ft (109.1 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesIH 20 Exit Ramp
CrossesHickory Creek
Location0.1 MI N of IH 20
RouteState Highway 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.70343, -96.62236
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length358 ft (109.1 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,120 (2011)
Projected traffic58,970 by 2031
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 Exit Ramp over Hickory Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 Exit Ramp 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 Exit Ramp over Hickory Creek carry?

About 42,120 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Exit Ramp over Hickory Creek?

The structure is 358 ft (109.1 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 Exit Ramp over Hickory Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.