FM 2578 over IH 20
GoodKaufman County, Texas · 0.87 MI W of SH 34 · Structure no. 181300049501163
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 292 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,174
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2578 over IH 20 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2578 over IH 20 in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1964, 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 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 3,174 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,080 by 2036. The structure is 292 ft (89 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 FM 2578 over IH 20 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2578 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 2578 over IH 20 carry?
About 3,174 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 2578 over IH 20?
The structure is 292 ft (89 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2578 over IH 20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.