US Bridges

IH 20 Ml & Nfr over Little Bitter Creek

Good

Taylor County, Texas · 3.10 MI W of FM 126 · Structure no. 082210000604082

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
26,112
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Ml & Nfr over Little Bitter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Ml & Nfr over Little Bitter Creek in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 68 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 26,112 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,630 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 20 Ml & Nfr
CrossesLittle Bitter Creek
Location3.10 MI W of FM 126
RouteInterstate 20
StateTexas
Coordinates32.47869, -100.06364
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,112 (2020)
Projected traffic31,630 by 2033
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 Ml & Nfr over Little Bitter Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is IH 20 Ml & Nfr over Little Bitter 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does IH 20 Ml & Nfr over Little Bitter Creek carry?

About 26,112 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Ml & Nfr over Little Bitter Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 20 Ml & Nfr over Little Bitter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.