IH 20 Sfr over Little Bitter Creek
FairTaylor County, Texas · 3.10 MI W of FM 126 · Structure no. 082210000604019
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1948
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 260
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 Sfr over Little Bitter Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying IH 20 Sfr over Little Bitter Creek in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1948, so it is 104 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 260 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 370 by 2033. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 Sfr over Little Bitter Creek built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1948.
What condition is IH 20 Sfr over Little Bitter Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 Sfr over Little Bitter Creek carry?
About 260 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 Sfr over Little Bitter Creek?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 Sfr over Little Bitter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.