US Bridges

Spur 490 over IH 20

Good

Eastland County, Texas · 1.30 MI W of SH 6 · Structure no. 230680000703130

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
270 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
630
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Spur 490 over IH 20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Spur 490 over IH 20 in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 630 vehicles a day, projected to reach 750 by 2030. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSpur 490
CrossesIH 20
Location1.30 MI W of SH 6
RouteCounty Highway 490
StateTexas
Coordinates32.37537, -98.88661
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length270 ft (82.3 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic630 (2010)
Projected traffic750 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Spur 490 over IH 20 built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Spur 490 over IH 20 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Spur 490 over IH 20 carry?

About 630 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Spur 490 over IH 20?

The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Spur 490 over IH 20?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.