US Bridges

IH 10 Ml over Nichols Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of FM 3351 · Structure no. 150150007207113

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
103 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
54,569
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 Ml over Nichols Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 Ml over Nichols Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 59 years old, older 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 54,569 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 110,730 by 2033. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10 Ml
CrossesNichols Creek
Location0.3 MI S of FM 3351
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.67296, -98.63426
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length103 ft (31.4 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 traffic54,569 (2020)
Projected traffic110,730 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
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 10 Ml over Nichols Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is IH 10 Ml over Nichols 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 Ml over Nichols Creek carry?

About 54,569 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 Ml over Nichols Creek?

The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 10 Ml over Nichols Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.