IH 20 Sfr over Buck Creek
GoodPalo Pinto County, Texas · 2.5 MI E of FM 4 · Structure no. 021820031402093
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 180 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 422
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 Sfr over Buck Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 Sfr over Buck Creek in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 422 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 28 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 Sfr over Buck Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 Sfr over Buck 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 Sfr over Buck Creek carry?
About 422 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 Sfr over Buck Creek?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 Sfr over Buck Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.