IH 20 Wbml over Sulphur Draw
GoodHoward County, Texas · 2.8 MI E of US 87 · Structure no. 081150000506237
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 531 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12,025
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 Wbml over Sulphur Draw is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 Wbml over Sulphur Draw in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 12,025 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,060 by 2035. The structure is 531 ft (161.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 Wbml over Sulphur Draw built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 Wbml over Sulphur Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 Wbml over Sulphur Draw carry?
About 12,025 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 Wbml over Sulphur Draw?
The structure is 531 ft (161.8 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 Wbml over Sulphur Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.