US Bridges

FM 450 over IH 20

Good

Harrison County, Texas · 2.20 MI S of US 80 · Structure no. 191030049508388

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,700
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 450 over IH 20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 450 over IH 20 in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,990 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFM 450
CrossesIH 20
Location2.20 MI S of US 80
RouteState Highway 450
StateTexas
Coordinates32.4735, -94.57972
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,700 (2013)
Projected traffic7,990 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 450 over IH 20 built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 450 over IH 20 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FM 450 over IH 20 carry?

About 5,700 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 450 over IH 20?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns FM 450 over IH 20?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.