US Bridges

IH 20 EB over Alabama Ave

Fair

Nolan County, Texas · 1.45 MI NE of Bus 70 · Structure no. 081770000603259

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
114 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,411
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 EB over Alabama Ave is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 20 EB over Alabama Ave in Nolan County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 15,411 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,600 by 2033. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 20 EB
CrossesAlabama Ave
Location1.45 MI NE of Bus 70
RouteInterstate 20
CountyNolan County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.46479, -100.38228
Functional classUrban 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating37 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 width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,411 (2019)
Projected traffic11,600 by 2033
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 EB over Alabama Ave built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 EB over Alabama Ave 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 EB over Alabama Ave carry?

About 15,411 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 EB over Alabama Ave?

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 EB over Alabama Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.