US Bridges

IH 20 WB over Stocks RD

Good

Reeves County, Texas · 3.05 MI NE of IH 10 · Structure no. 061950000305125

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
195 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,210
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 WB over Stocks RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 WB over Stocks RD in Reeves 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 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 5,210 vehicles a day, roughly 47% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,525 by 2042. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 20 WB
CrossesStocks RD
Location3.05 MI NE of IH 10
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates31.12487, -104.0297
Functional classRural 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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length195 ft (59.4 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,210 (2022)
Projected traffic7,525 by 2042
Trucks47%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 WB over Stocks RD built?

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

What condition is IH 20 WB over Stocks RD 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 WB over Stocks RD carry?

About 5,210 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 47% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 WB over Stocks RD?

The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 WB over Stocks RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.