US Bridges

IH 20 over Springs Draw

Fair

Howard County, Texas · 0.3 MI SW of FM 2699 · Structure no. 081150000505025

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
21,208
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 over Springs Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 over Springs Draw in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 87 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 5 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 21,208 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,470 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 20
CrossesSprings Draw
Location0.3 MI SW of FM 2699
RouteInterstate 20
CountyHoward County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.20641, -101.60072
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,208 (2020)
Projected traffic26,470 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$52,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 over Springs Draw built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.

What condition is IH 20 over Springs Draw 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 over Springs Draw carry?

About 21,208 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 over Springs Draw?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns IH 20 over Springs Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.