US Bridges

IH 10 WB over CR 240

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 0.50 MI W of FM 155 · Structure no. 130450053508038

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,692
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 WB over CR 240 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 WB over CR 240 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 17,692 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,769 by 2041. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10 WB
CrossesCR 240
Location0.50 MI W of FM 155
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.69127, -96.78462
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,692 (2021)
Projected traffic24,769 by 2041
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 WB over CR 240 built?

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

What condition is IH 10 WB over CR 240 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 WB over CR 240 carry?

About 17,692 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 WB over CR 240?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 WB over CR 240?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.