IH 20 Ml over Big Sandy Creek Trib
FairVan Zandt County, Texas · 1.05 MI E of FM 314 · Structure no. 102340049503106
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43,536
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 Ml over Big Sandy Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying IH 20 Ml over Big Sandy Creek Trib in Van Zandt County, Texas. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1997, 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 43,536 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,950 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 Ml over Big Sandy Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is IH 20 Ml over Big Sandy Creek Trib 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 Big Sandy Creek Trib carry?
About 43,536 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 Ml over Big Sandy Creek Trib?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 20 Ml over Big Sandy Creek Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.