US Bridges

IH 10 over W Front ST & BNSF RR

Good

Austin County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of SH 36 · Structure no. 130080027103783

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
359 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
45,006
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over W Front ST & BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 over W Front ST & BNSF RR 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 45,006 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 90,012 by 2040. The structure is 359 ft (109.4 m) long and 150 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10
CrossesW Front ST & BNSF RR
Location0.10 MI E of SH 36
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.76518, -96.15063
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length359 ft (109.4 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width150 ft (45.8 m)
Roadway width148 ft (45.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,006 (2020)
Projected traffic90,012 by 2040
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 over W Front ST & BNSF RR built?

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

What condition is IH 10 over W Front ST & BNSF RR 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 W Front ST & BNSF RR carry?

About 45,006 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over W Front ST & BNSF RR?

The structure is 359 ft (109.4 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 150 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 over W Front ST & BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.