IH 20 WB over Potters Creek Relief
FairHarrison County, Texas · 2.05 MI W of SH 43 · Structure no. 191030049508248
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,124
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 WB over Potters Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 WB over Potters Creek Relief in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 16,124 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,480 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 WB over Potters Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 WB over Potters Creek Relief 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 WB over Potters Creek Relief carry?
About 16,124 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 WB over Potters Creek Relief?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 20 WB over Potters Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.