US Bridges

IH 10 over Trib of Leon Creek

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 0.6 MI S of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150007208159

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
160,992
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Trib of Leon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 over Trib of Leon Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 57 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 160,992 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 225,389 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 10
CrossesTrib of Leon Creek
Location0.6 MI S of Lp 1604
RouteInterstate 10
CountyBexar County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.5823, -98.59693
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic160,992 (2022)
Projected traffic225,389 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure15
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 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 over Trib of Leon Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is IH 10 over Trib of Leon Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Trib of Leon Creek carry?

About 160,992 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Trib of Leon Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns IH 10 over Trib of Leon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.