IH 20 Wbml over Fish Creek
GoodDallas County, Texas · 0.1 MI W of Carrier Pkwy · Structure no. 180570237404244
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 242 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 82,037
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 Wbml over Fish Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 Wbml over Fish Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 82,037 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 114,852 by 2041. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 74 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 Wbml over Fish Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 Wbml over Fish 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 Wbml over Fish Creek carry?
About 82,037 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 Wbml over Fish Creek?
The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 Wbml over Fish Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.