IH 820 EB over FM 156
FairTarrant County, Texas · 1.3 MI E of Lp 496/BU 287 · Structure no. 022200000814209
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 282 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 62,661
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 820 EB over FM 156 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 820 EB over FM 156 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 62,661 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,300 by 2033. The structure is 282 ft (86.1 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 820 EB over FM 156 built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 820 EB over FM 156 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 FM 156 carry?
About 62,661 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is IH 820 EB over FM 156?
The structure is 282 ft (86.1 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns IH 820 EB over FM 156?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.