US Bridges

IH 20 over Trib of S Marys Creek

Good

Parker County, Texas · 1.3 MI SE of IH 30 · Structure no. 021840000803318

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
34,465
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 over Trib of S Marys Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 over Trib of S Marys Creek in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 34,465 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,430 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 20
CrossesTrib of S Marys Creek
Location1.3 MI SE of IH 30
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.7065, -97.55375
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,465 (2023)
Projected traffic39,430 by 2038
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 over Trib of S Marys Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 over Trib of S Marys 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does IH 20 over Trib of S Marys Creek carry?

About 34,465 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 over Trib of S Marys Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 20 over Trib of S Marys Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.