US Bridges

IH 10 over Clear Creek

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 1.45 MI E of Fayette C/L · Structure no. 130450053508037

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35,384
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 over Clear Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 35,384 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,538 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10
CrossesClear Creek
Location1.45 MI E of Fayette C/L
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.69035, -96.7962
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 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 traffic35,384 (2021)
Projected traffic49,538 by 2041
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 over Clear Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 over Clear 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Clear Creek carry?

About 35,384 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Clear Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 10 over Clear Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.