US Bridges

IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Turkey Creek

Good

Erath County, Texas · 320 Ft W of SH 108 North · Structure no. 020730031404150

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,800
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Turkey Creek in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,750 by 2028. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 47 ft wide.

CarriesIH 20 Nfr
CrossesTrib of Turkey Creek
Location320 Ft W of SH 108 North
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.50693, -98.41858
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,800 (2011)
Projected traffic2,750 by 2028
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
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 Nfr over Trib of Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Turkey Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Turkey Creek carry?

About 1,800 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Turkey Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.