US Bridges

IH 20 Mn Lns over Trib of Buck Creek

Fair

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 1.0 MI W of US 281 · Structure no. 021820031402100

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27,761
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Mn Lns over Trib of Buck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Mn Lns over Trib of 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 27,761 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,350 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 20 Mn Lns
CrossesTrib of Buck Creek
Location1.0 MI W of US 281
RouteInterstate 20
CountyPalo Pinto County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.60023, -98.12402
Functional classRural 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,761 (2023)
Projected traffic27,350 by 2033
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 Mn Lns over Trib of Buck Creek built?

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

What condition is IH 20 Mn Lns over Trib of Buck Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 Mn Lns over Trib of Buck Creek carry?

About 27,761 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Mn Lns over Trib of Buck Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns IH 20 Mn Lns over Trib of Buck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.