US Bridges

IH 20 over Cherry Creek

Fair

Mitchell County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of FM 670(S) · Structure no. 081680000508047

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,950
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 over Cherry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 over Cherry Creek in Mitchell County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 18,950 vehicles a day, roughly 46% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,330 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 20
CrossesCherry Creek
Location0.2 MI E of FM 670(S)
RouteInterstate 20
CountyMitchell County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.35232, -101.01881
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 inspectionMay 2023
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,950 (2020)
Projected traffic17,330 by 2033
Trucks46%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 over Cherry Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 over Cherry Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 over Cherry Creek carry?

About 18,950 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 46% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 over Cherry Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 20 over Cherry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.