US Bridges

IH 20 Bus (us 80) over Grandview Ave

Fair

Ector County, Texas · 1.6 MI E of US 385 · Structure no. 060690000501224

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
100 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17,900
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Bus (us 80) over Grandview Ave is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 Bus (us 80) over Grandview Ave in Ector 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 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 17,900 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,060 by 2033. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 20 Bus (us 80)
CrossesGrandview Ave
Location1.6 MI E of US 385
RouteState Highway 20
StateTexas
Coordinates31.85631, -102.34444
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.5 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,900 (2013)
Projected traffic25,060 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 IH 20 Bus (us 80) over Grandview Ave built?

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

What condition is IH 20 Bus (us 80) over Grandview Ave 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does IH 20 Bus (us 80) over Grandview Ave carry?

About 17,900 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Bus (us 80) over Grandview Ave?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 Bus (us 80) over Grandview Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.