US Bridges

Matlock ST W Ta over IH 20

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.2 MI E of FM 157 · Structure no. 022200237405443

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
307 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
22,600
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Matlock ST W Ta over IH 20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Matlock ST W Ta over IH 20 in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 22,600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 22,650 by 2029. The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesMatlock ST W Ta
CrossesIH 20
Location1.2 MI E of FM 157
RouteCity Street 689
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.67835, -97.11513
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length307 ft (93.6 m)
Longest span109 ft (33.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,600 (2009)
Projected traffic22,650 by 2029
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Matlock ST W Ta over IH 20 built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Matlock ST W Ta over IH 20 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Matlock ST W Ta over IH 20 carry?

About 22,600 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is Matlock ST W Ta over IH 20?

The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Matlock ST W Ta over IH 20?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.