US Bridges

IH 10 Ml & Nfr over Wolf Creek

Good

Caldwell County, Texas · 0.6 MI E of US 183 · Structure no. 140280053503183

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
37,461
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 Ml & Nfr over Wolf Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 Ml & Nfr over Wolf Creek in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 37,461 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,696 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10 Ml & Nfr
CrossesWolf Creek
Location0.6 MI E of US 183
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.65421, -97.58152
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,461 (2023)
Projected traffic51,696 by 2042
Trucks43%
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 Ml & Nfr over Wolf Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 Ml & Nfr over Wolf 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 Ml & Nfr over Wolf Creek carry?

About 37,461 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 Ml & Nfr over Wolf Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 10 Ml & Nfr over Wolf Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.