US Bridges

IH 10 WB Exit Ramp over Old/Lost River

Good

Chambers County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of FM 565 · Structure no. 200360050802485

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
300 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 WB Exit Ramp over Old/Lost River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 WB Exit Ramp over Old/Lost River in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 750 by 2038. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesIH 10 WB Exit Ramp
CrossesOld/Lost River
Location0.2 MI E of FM 565
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.83082, -94.80069
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2018)
Projected traffic750 by 2038
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 WB Exit Ramp over Old/Lost River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 WB Exit Ramp over Old/Lost River 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 WB Exit Ramp over Old/Lost River carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 WB Exit Ramp over Old/Lost River?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 WB Exit Ramp over Old/Lost River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.