US Bridges

IH20 Ebml & Sfr over Trib to Brazos River

Fair

Parker County, Texas · 0.3 MI E of FM 113 · Structure no. 021840031401078

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,439
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH20 Ebml & Sfr over Trib to Brazos River is a concrete culvert carrying IH20 Ebml & Sfr over Trib to Brazos River in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6 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 18,439 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,570 by 2030. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH20 Ebml & Sfr
CrossesTrib to Brazos River
Location0.3 MI E of FM 113
RouteInterstate 20
CountyParker County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.68493, -98.002
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
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 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 spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,439 (2022)
Projected traffic27,570 by 2030
Trucks38%
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$201,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH20 Ebml & Sfr over Trib to Brazos River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH20 Ebml & Sfr over Trib to Brazos River 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does IH20 Ebml & Sfr over Trib to Brazos River carry?

About 18,439 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is IH20 Ebml & Sfr over Trib to Brazos River?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH20 Ebml & Sfr over Trib to Brazos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.