IH 20 WB over FM 1229
FairMitchell County, Texas · 4.3 MI W of SH 208 · Structure no. 081680000508059
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 114 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,960
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 WB over FM 1229 is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 20 WB over FM 1229 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 10,960 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,780 by 2033. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 40 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 WB over FM 1229 built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 WB over FM 1229 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 WB over FM 1229 carry?
About 10,960 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 WB over FM 1229?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 WB over FM 1229?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.