US Bridges

IH 10 Ml over Devers Canal

Good

Chambers County, Texas · 0.9 MI W of FM 1410 Int · Structure no. 200360050803432

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
48,974
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 Ml over Devers Canal is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 Ml over Devers Canal in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 48,974 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,780 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 185 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesIH 10 Ml
CrossesDevers Canal
Location0.9 MI W of FM 1410 Int
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.83129, -94.49665
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width185 ft (56.4 m)
Roadway width114 ft (34.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,974 (2020)
Projected traffic55,780 by 2033
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 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 Ml over Devers Canal built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 Ml over Devers Canal 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 Ml over Devers Canal carry?

About 48,974 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 Ml over Devers Canal?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 185 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 Ml over Devers Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.