US Bridges

IH 20 N FR over Rattlesnake Creek

Good

Smith County, Texas · 3.1 MI E of Van Zandt Cl · Structure no. 102120049504049

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
160
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 N FR over Rattlesnake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 N FR over Rattlesnake Creek in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 230 by 2039. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesIH 20 N FR
CrossesRattlesnake Creek
Location3.1 MI E of Van Zandt Cl
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.48842, -95.54217
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 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 traffic160 (2019)
Projected traffic230 by 2039
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 N FR over Rattlesnake Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 N FR over Rattlesnake 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 N FR over Rattlesnake Creek carry?

About 160 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 N FR over Rattlesnake Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 20 N FR over Rattlesnake Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.