US Bridges

IH 20 WB over UP RR

Good

Nolan County, Texas · 0.05 MI W of Taylor C/L · Structure no. 081770000603321

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
474 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,401
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 WB over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 WB over UP RR in Nolan County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 14,401 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,620 by 2033. The structure is 474 ft (144.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 20 WB
CrossesUP RR
Location0.05 MI W of Taylor C/L
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.49438, -100.14856
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length474 ft (144.5 m)
Longest span121 ft (36.9 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,401 (2019)
Projected traffic13,620 by 2033
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 WB over UP RR built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 WB over UP RR 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 WB over UP RR carry?

About 14,401 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 WB over UP RR?

The structure is 474 ft (144.5 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 WB over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.