US Bridges

US 84 / Bus 20 over Little Elm Creek Branch

Fair

Taylor County, Texas · 1.50 MI W of US 84 · Structure no. 082210000618028

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 2010
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
109 ft
14 main spans
Daily traffic
5,240
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 / Bus 20 over Little Elm Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 / Bus 20 over Little Elm Creek Branch in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 97 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 5,240 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,330 by 2033. The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long.

CarriesUS 84 / Bus 20
CrossesLittle Elm Creek Branch
Location1.50 MI W of US 84
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates32.45425, -99.81145
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 spans14
Design loadH 15
Structure length109 ft (33.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,240 (2013)
Projected traffic7,330 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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 US 84 / Bus 20 over Little Elm Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.

What condition is US 84 / Bus 20 over Little Elm Creek Branch 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 US 84 / Bus 20 over Little Elm Creek Branch carry?

About 5,240 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 84 / Bus 20 over Little Elm Creek Branch?

The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 84 / Bus 20 over Little Elm Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.