IH 20 WB over FM 741
FairKaufman County, Texas · 2.75 MI E of FM 740 · Structure no. 181300009514352
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 275 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,708
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 WB over FM 741 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 WB over FM 741 in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 29,708 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,810 by 2036. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 FM 741 built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 WB over FM 741 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 April 2022.
How much traffic does IH 20 WB over FM 741 carry?
About 29,708 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 WB over FM 741?
The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 WB over FM 741?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.