US Bridges

IH 20 WB over Muddy Cedar Crk Rel

Fair

Kaufman County, Texas · 6.85 MI E of SH 34 · Structure no. 181300049501202

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
75 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
24,040
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 WB over Muddy Cedar Crk Rel is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 WB over Muddy Cedar Crk Rel in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 24,040 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,100 by 2033. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 20 WB
CrossesMuddy Cedar Crk Rel
Location6.85 MI E of SH 34
RouteInterstate 20
CountyKaufman County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.67271, -96.16166
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,040 (2019)
Projected traffic26,100 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 WB over Muddy Cedar Crk Rel built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 WB over Muddy Cedar Crk Rel 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does IH 20 WB over Muddy Cedar Crk Rel carry?

About 24,040 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 WB over Muddy Cedar Crk Rel?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 20 WB over Muddy Cedar Crk Rel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.