US Bridges

IH 20 WB over FM 2903

Good

Reeves County, Texas · IH 20 @ FM 2903 · Structure no. 061950000306148

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
170 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,052
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 WB over FM 2903 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 WB over FM 2903 in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 5,052 vehicles a day, roughly 65% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,540 by 2042. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 20 WB
CrossesFM 2903
LocationIH 20 @ FM 2903
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates31.3116, -103.7897
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,052 (2022)
Projected traffic9,540 by 2042
Trucks65%
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 FM 2903 built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 WB over FM 2903 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 FM 2903 carry?

About 5,052 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 65% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 WB over FM 2903?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 WB over FM 2903?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.