US Bridges

IH 20 Wbml over Little Stink Creek

Good

Nolan County, Texas · 5.40 MI W of Taylor C/L · Structure no. 081770000603323

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
105 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,460
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Wbml over Little Stink Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 Wbml over Little Stink Creek in Nolan County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 14,460 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,620 by 2033. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 20 Wbml
CrossesLittle Stink Creek
Location5.40 MI W of Taylor C/L
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.48992, -100.23731
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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length105 ft (32 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,460 (2019)
Projected traffic13,620 by 2033
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 Wbml over Little Stink Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 Wbml over Little Stink Creek 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 Wbml over Little Stink Creek carry?

About 14,460 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Wbml over Little Stink Creek?

The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 Wbml over Little Stink Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.