IH 20 WB FR over BNSF Railroad
GoodDallas County, Texas · 2.4 Miles East of SH 342 · Structure no. 180570237403107
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 305 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 981
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 WB FR over BNSF Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 WB FR over BNSF Railroad in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 981 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,373 by 2040. The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 WB FR over BNSF Railroad built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 WB FR over BNSF Railroad 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 WB FR over BNSF Railroad carry?
About 981 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 WB FR over BNSF Railroad?
The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 WB FR over BNSF Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.