Helms Trail over IH 20
GoodKaufman County, Texas · 3.9 MI E of FM 740 · Structure no. 181300009514354
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 378 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,129
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Helms Trail over IH 20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Helms Trail over IH 20 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 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 2,129 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,700 by 2042. The structure is 378 ft (115.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Helms Trail over IH 20 built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Helms Trail over IH 20 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Helms Trail over IH 20 carry?
About 2,129 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Helms Trail over IH 20?
The structure is 378 ft (115.2 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Helms Trail over IH 20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.