IH 820 EB over Loop 496 (bus 287)
FairTarrant County, Texas · 1.2 MI W of FM 156 · Structure no. 022200000814201
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38,970
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 820 EB over Loop 496 (bus 287) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 820 EB over Loop 496 (bus 287) in Tarrant 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 38,970 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,560 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 820 EB over Loop 496 (bus 287) built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 820 EB over Loop 496 (bus 287) 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does IH 820 EB over Loop 496 (bus 287) carry?
About 38,970 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is IH 820 EB over Loop 496 (bus 287)?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns IH 820 EB over Loop 496 (bus 287)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.