US Bridges

IH 20 over Drain

Fair

Eastland County, Texas · 1.05 MI NE of FM 2461 · Structure no. 230680000706144

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
21,641
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 over Drain in Eastland 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 21,641 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,491 by 2038. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 20
CrossesDrain
Location1.05 MI NE of FM 2461
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.44637, -98.68112
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,641 (2020)
Projected traffic33,491 by 2038
Trucks45%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 over Drain built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 over Drain 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does IH 20 over Drain carry?

About 21,641 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 over Drain?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 20 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.