US Bridges

IH 20 and N & S FR over Drain

Good

Eastland County, Texas · 0.70 MI SW of FM 2461 · Structure no. 230680000704169

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
21,978
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 and N & S FR over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 and N & S FR over Drain in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 21,978 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,830 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesIH 20 and N & S FR
CrossesDrain
Location0.70 MI SW of FM 2461
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.43448, -98.70747
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,978 (2020)
Projected traffic28,830 by 2033
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 and N & S FR over Drain built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 and N & S FR over Drain 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 IH 20 and N & S FR over Drain carry?

About 21,978 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 and N & S FR over Drain?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns IH 20 and N & S FR over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.