IH 20 Ml over Pole Branch
GoodVan Zandt County, Texas · 2.25 MI W of FM 773 · Structure no. 102340049503082
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,244
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 Ml over Pole Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Ml over Pole Branch in Van Zandt County, Texas. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 63 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 45,244 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 63,410 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 Ml over Pole Branch built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is IH 20 Ml over Pole Branch 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does IH 20 Ml over Pole Branch carry?
About 45,244 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 Ml over Pole Branch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns IH 20 Ml over Pole Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.