US Bridges

IH 20 EB FR over Union Pacific RR

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.90 MI E of IH 35W · Structure no. 022200000813081

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
495 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,589
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 EB FR over Union Pacific RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 EB FR over Union Pacific RR in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 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 2,589 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,625 by 2042. The structure is 495 ft (150.9 m) long and 35 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 20 EB FR
CrossesUnion Pacific RR
Location0.90 MI E of IH 35W
RouteState Highway 20
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.66933, -97.3058
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length495 ft (150.9 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,589 (2022)
Projected traffic3,625 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 EB FR over Union Pacific RR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 EB FR over Union Pacific RR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does IH 20 EB FR over Union Pacific RR carry?

About 2,589 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 EB FR over Union Pacific RR?

The structure is 495 ft (150.9 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns IH 20 EB FR over Union Pacific RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.