US Bridges

IH 20 Sfr over South Fk Palo Pinto

Fair

Erath County, Texas · 1.0 MI W of SH 108 South · Structure no. 020730031404122

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
364
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Sfr over South Fk Palo Pinto is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Sfr over South Fk Palo Pinto in Erath 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 364 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 380 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long.

CarriesIH 20 Sfr
CrossesSouth Fk Palo Pinto
Location1.0 MI W of SH 108 South
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.51197, -98.37911
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 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 traffic364 (2024)
Projected traffic380 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 Sfr over South Fk Palo Pinto built?

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

What condition is IH 20 Sfr over South Fk Palo Pinto 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 Sfr over South Fk Palo Pinto carry?

About 364 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Sfr over South Fk Palo Pinto?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns IH 20 Sfr over South Fk Palo Pinto?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.