IH 20 WB over Prairie Creek
FairDallas County, Texas · 3.4 MI E of IH 45 · Structure no. 180570237403166
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 448 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 62,362
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 WB over Prairie Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 WB over Prairie Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 62,362 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 87,307 by 2041. The structure is 448 ft (136.6 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 WB over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 WB over Prairie Creek 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 WB over Prairie Creek carry?
About 62,362 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 WB over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 448 ft (136.6 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 WB over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.