US Bridges

IH-20 & S Ftg RD over Trib of Fish Creek

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 2.1 MI E of FM 157 · Structure no. 022200237405283

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
149,583
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH-20 & S Ftg RD over Trib of Fish Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH-20 & S Ftg RD over Trib of Fish Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 149,583 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 211,420 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.

CarriesIH-20 & S Ftg RD
CrossesTrib of Fish Creek
Location2.1 MI E of FM 157
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.67779, -97.09857
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic149,583 (2020)
Projected traffic211,420 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure11
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 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 & S Ftg RD over Trib of Fish Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH-20 & S Ftg RD over Trib of Fish 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does IH-20 & S Ftg RD over Trib of Fish Creek carry?

About 149,583 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH-20 & S Ftg RD over Trib of Fish Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH-20 & S Ftg RD over Trib of Fish Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.