IH 10 over Willow Creek
GoodColorado County, Texas · 3.20 MI E of FM 949 · Structure no. 130450027101182
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 44,537
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 over Willow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 over Willow Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 44,537 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,352 by 2041. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 10 over Willow Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 10 over Willow 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does IH 10 over Willow Creek carry?
About 44,537 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 over Willow Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 over Willow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.