US Bridges

IH 20 WB over FM 644(S)

Good

Mitchell County, Texas · 10.1 MI E of SH 208(S) · Structure no. 081680000601159

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
114 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,574
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 WB over FM 644(S) is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 20 WB over FM 644(S) in Mitchell County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 10,574 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,180 by 2033. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 40 ft wide.

CarriesIH 20 WB
CrossesFM 644(S)
Location10.1 MI E of SH 208(S)
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41512, -100.71316
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,574 (2019)
Projected traffic9,180 by 2033
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 WB over FM 644(S) built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 WB over FM 644(S) 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 WB over FM 644(S) carry?

About 10,574 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 WB over FM 644(S)?

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 644(S)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.