US Bridges

IH 10 over Little Bernard Creek

Good

Austin County, Texas · 3.30 MI W of SH 36 · Structure no. 130080027102798

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
235 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
46,316
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Little Bernard Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 over Little Bernard Creek in Austin County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 46,316 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,842 by 2039. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long and 126 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 10
CrossesLittle Bernard Creek
Location3.30 MI W of SH 36
RouteInterstate 10
CountyAustin County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.76128, -96.20553
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length235 ft (71.6 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width126 ft (38.4 m)
Roadway width120 ft (36.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,316 (2019)
Projected traffic64,842 by 2039
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate 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 IH 10 over Little Bernard Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 over Little Bernard Creek 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Little Bernard Creek carry?

About 46,316 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Little Bernard Creek?

The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 126 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 over Little Bernard Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.