IH 20 WB over FM 821
FairHoward County, Texas · 4.0 MI E of FM 820 · Structure no. 081150000506078
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 114 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,671
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 WB over FM 821 is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 20 WB over FM 821 in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 10,671 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,185 by 2035. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 40 ft wide.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 WB over FM 821 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 WB over FM 821 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 WB over FM 821 carry?
About 10,671 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 WB over FM 821?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 WB over FM 821?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.