US Bridges

IH 20 over Trib of Sycamore CR

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.25 MI E of Wichita ST · Structure no. 022200000813338

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
154,832
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 over Trib of Sycamore CR is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 over Trib of Sycamore CR in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 154,832 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 227,410 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long.

CarriesIH 20
CrossesTrib of Sycamore CR
Location0.25 MI E of Wichita ST
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.66147, -97.27767
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 inspectionJune 2023
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 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic154,832 (2020)
Projected traffic227,410 by 2033
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure16
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 20 over Trib of Sycamore CR built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 20 over Trib of Sycamore CR 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 over Trib of Sycamore CR carry?

About 154,832 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 over Trib of Sycamore CR?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns IH 20 over Trib of Sycamore CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.