US Bridges

IH20 EB to SB Ramp over Clark Creek

Good

Dallas County, Texas · 2.2 MI E of FM 1381 · Structure no. 180570237404511

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
915 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
3,522
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH20 EB to SB Ramp over Clark Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH20 EB to SB Ramp over Clark Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 3,522 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,500 by 2031. The structure is 915 ft (278.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIH20 EB to SB Ramp
CrossesClark Creek
Location2.2 MI E of FM 1381
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.66945, -96.94888
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans7 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length915 ft (278.9 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,522 (2023)
Projected traffic11,500 by 2031
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH20 EB to SB Ramp over Clark Creek built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH20 EB to SB Ramp over Clark 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 IH20 EB to SB Ramp over Clark Creek carry?

About 3,522 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH20 EB to SB Ramp over Clark Creek?

The structure is 915 ft (278.9 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns IH20 EB to SB Ramp over Clark Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.