US Bridges

IH 20 Ml over Far East Channel

Fair

Ector County, Texas · 0.20 MI SW of Lp 338E · Structure no. 060690000513184

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
37,930
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Ml over Far East Channel is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Ml over Far East Channel in Ector County, Texas. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 59 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 37,930 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,550 by 2033. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long.

CarriesIH 20 Ml
CrossesFar East Channel
Location0.20 MI SW of Lp 338E
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates31.86508, -102.30437
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,930 (2020)
Projected traffic49,550 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Ml over Far East Channel built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is IH 20 Ml over Far East Channel 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 Ml over Far East Channel carry?

About 37,930 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Ml over Far East Channel?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns IH 20 Ml over Far East Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.