US Bridges

IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Big Sunday CR

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 1.05 MI W of FM 4 · Structure no. 021820031403089

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
80
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Big Sunday CR is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Big Sunday 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 80 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 110 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long.

CarriesIH 20 Nfr
CrossesTrib of Big Sunday CR
Location1.05 MI W of FM 4
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.57034, -98.21689
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic80 (2013)
Projected traffic110 by 2033
Trucks29%
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 Nfr over Trib of Big Sunday CR built?

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

What condition is IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Big Sunday 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 Nfr over Trib of Big Sunday CR carry?

About 80 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Big Sunday CR?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns IH 20 Nfr over Trib of Big Sunday CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.