US Bridges

IH 20 over Trib Sanchez Creek

Good

Parker County, Texas · 1.4 MI W of FM-1884 · Structure no. 021840031407062

Built
1969
56 years old, rebuilt 2014
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
35,565
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 over Trib Sanchez Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 over Trib Sanchez Creek in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 56 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 35,565 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,840 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesIH 20
CrossesTrib Sanchez Creek
Location1.4 MI W of FM-1884
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.72834, -97.83126
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; 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 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 traffic35,565 (2020)
Projected traffic39,840 by 2033
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 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 over Trib Sanchez Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.

What condition is IH 20 over Trib Sanchez 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 Sanchez Creek carry?

About 35,565 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 over Trib Sanchez Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 20 over Trib Sanchez Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.