US Bridges

IH 410 Sbml over BNSF RR

Poor

Bexar County, Texas · 0.86 MI SE of FM 2536 · Structure no. 150150052105053

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
326 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,000
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 410 Sbml over BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 410 Sbml over BNSF RR in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 64 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 25,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,410 by 2033. The structure is 326 ft (99.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 410 Sbml
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.86 MI SE of FM 2536
RouteInterstate 410
StateTexas
Coordinates29.32703, -98.61941
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length326 ft (99.3 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,000 (2017)
Projected traffic34,410 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 410 Sbml over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is IH 410 Sbml over BNSF RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does IH 410 Sbml over BNSF RR carry?

About 25,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH 410 Sbml over BNSF RR?

The structure is 326 ft (99.3 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns IH 410 Sbml over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.