IH 20 EB over Mprr & Sulphur Draw
FairHoward County, Texas · 1.5 MI W of US 87 · Structure no. 081150000505153
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 950 ft
- 18 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,584
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 EB over Mprr & Sulphur Draw is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 EB over Mprr & Sulphur Draw in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 61 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 12,584 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,510 by 2033. The structure is 950 ft (289.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 EB over Mprr & Sulphur Draw built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is IH 20 EB over Mprr & Sulphur 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 EB over Mprr & Sulphur Draw carry?
About 12,584 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 EB over Mprr & Sulphur Draw?
The structure is 950 ft (289.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 EB over Mprr & Sulphur Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.