US Bridges

IH 20 Sfr over Rocky Bluff CR

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 2.0 MI W of US 281 · Structure no. 021820031402097

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
90 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
422
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Sfr over Rocky Bluff CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 Sfr over Rocky Bluff CR 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 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 28 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 20 Sfr
CrossesRocky Bluff CR
Location2.0 MI W of US 281
RouteInterstate 20
CountyPalo Pinto County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.59076, -98.13683
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length90 ft (27.4 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic422 (2024)
Projected traffic270 by 2033
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 Sfr over Rocky Bluff CR built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 Sfr over Rocky Bluff CR 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 Rocky Bluff CR carry?

About 422 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Sfr over Rocky Bluff CR?

The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 Sfr over Rocky Bluff CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.