US Bridges

IH 20 Sfr over Trib of Brazos River

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 1.7 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 021820031402109

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,233
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Sfr over Trib of Brazos River is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Sfr over Trib of Brazos River 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 3,233 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 370 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long.

CarriesIH 20 Sfr
CrossesTrib of Brazos River
Location1.7 MI E of US 281
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.62276, -98.08504
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,233 (2021)
Projected traffic370 by 2033
Trucks31%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 Sfr over Trib of Brazos River built?

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

What condition is IH 20 Sfr over Trib of Brazos River 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 Trib of Brazos River carry?

About 3,233 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Sfr over Trib of Brazos River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns IH 20 Sfr over Trib of Brazos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.