FM 9 over IH 20
GoodHarrison County, Texas · 1.15 MI SE of FM 134 · Structure no. 191030049510118
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 230 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,760
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 9 over IH 20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 9 over IH 20 in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 62 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 1,760 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,470 by 2033. The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 9 over IH 20 built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is FM 9 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FM 9 over IH 20 carry?
About 1,760 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 9 over IH 20?
The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 9 over IH 20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.