IH 20 over Sandy Hollow Creek
FairHoward County, Texas · 2.3 MI W of FM 820 · Structure no. 081150000506021
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,214
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 over Sandy Hollow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 over Sandy Hollow Creek in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 90 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 20,214 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,120 by 2035. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long.
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 over Sandy Hollow Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is IH 20 over Sandy Hollow Creek 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 Sandy Hollow Creek carry?
About 20,214 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 over Sandy Hollow Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 20 over Sandy Hollow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.