IH 20 Bus over Drain
GoodMartin County, Texas · 0.55 MI E of SH 137 · Structure no. 061560000516137
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,580
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 Bus over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Bus over Drain in Martin County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 62 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 3,580 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,020 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 73 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 Bus over Drain built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is IH 20 Bus over Drain 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 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 Bus over Drain carry?
About 3,580 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 Bus over Drain?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 Bus over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.