US Bridges

IH 20 Ml over Glade Branch

Fair

Van Zandt County, Texas · 1.3 MI W of FM 773 · Structure no. 102340049503085

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
44,857
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 20 Ml over Glade Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Ml over Glade 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 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 44,857 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,800 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 20 Ml
CrossesGlade Branch
Location1.3 MI W of FM 773
RouteInterstate 20
CountyVan Zandt County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.52972, -95.72181
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionOctober 2024
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic44,857 (2023)
Projected traffic62,800 by 2042
Trucks29%
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 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 over Glade 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 Glade 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does IH 20 Ml over Glade Branch carry?

About 44,857 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is IH 20 Ml over Glade Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 20 Ml over Glade Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.