US Bridges

IH 10 Ml over Rush Ditch

Fair

Chambers County, Texas · 2.2 MI E of FM 1410 · Structure no. 200360050803440

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
92 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
53,196
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 Ml over Rush Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 Ml over Rush Ditch in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 53,196 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,770 by 2033. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 10 Ml
CrossesRush Ditch
Location2.2 MI E of FM 1410
RouteInterstate 10
CountyChambers County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.82746, -94.44589
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
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 spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic53,196 (2022)
Projected traffic66,770 by 2033
Trucks32%
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 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 Rush Ditch built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 Ml over Rush Ditch 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 Ml over Rush Ditch carry?

About 53,196 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 Ml over Rush Ditch?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns IH 10 Ml over Rush Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.