US Bridges

US 84/IH 20 Bus over Little Elm CR W Relief

Good

Taylor County, Texas · 2.55 MI E of IH 20 · Structure no. 082210000618334

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
10,198
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84/IH 20 Bus over Little Elm CR W Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 84/IH 20 Bus over Little Elm CR W Relief in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 10,198 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,670 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 84/IH 20 Bus
CrossesLittle Elm CR W Relief
Location2.55 MI E of IH 20
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates32.45384, -99.80833
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHL 93
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width98 ft (29.9 m)
Roadway width95 ft (29.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,198 (2023)
Projected traffic14,670 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84/IH 20 Bus over Little Elm CR W Relief built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84/IH 20 Bus over Little Elm CR W Relief 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 84/IH 20 Bus over Little Elm CR W Relief carry?

About 10,198 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 84/IH 20 Bus over Little Elm CR W Relief?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.

Who owns US 84/IH 20 Bus over Little Elm CR W Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.