IH 20 WB over SH 18
FairWard County, Texas · IH 20 @ SH 18 · Structure no. 062380000404031
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 182 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,310
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 20 WB over SH 18 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 20 WB over SH 18 in Ward County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 12,310 vehicles a day, roughly 49% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,374 by 2042. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 40 ft wide.
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 20 WB over SH 18 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 20 WB over SH 18 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IH 20 WB over SH 18 carry?
About 12,310 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 49% are trucks.
How long is IH 20 WB over SH 18?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 20 WB over SH 18?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.