IH 10 WB over San Marcos River
FairCaldwell County, Texas · 2.6 MI W of US 183 · Structure no. 140280053503123
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 1,760 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,426
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 WB over San Marcos River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 WB over San Marcos River in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 18,426 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,755 by 2039. The structure is 1,760 ft (536.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 10 WB over San Marcos River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 10 WB over San Marcos River 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does IH 10 WB over San Marcos River carry?
About 18,426 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 WB over San Marcos River?
The structure is 1,760 ft (536.4 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 WB over San Marcos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.