IH 20 WB over Union Pacific RR
FairHoward County, Texas · 2.1 MI E of US 87 · Structure no. 081150000506126
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 627 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,025
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 WB over Union Pacific RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 WB over Union Pacific RR in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1991, 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 12,025 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,490 by 2033. The structure is 627 ft (191.1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Union Pacific RR built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is IH 20 WB over Union Pacific RR 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 Union Pacific RR carry?
About 12,025 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 WB over Union Pacific RR?
The structure is 627 ft (191.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 WB over Union Pacific RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.