US Bridges

IH 10 EB over German Water Hole

Good

Crockett County, Texas · 0.51 MI E of RM 2398 · Structure no. 070530014011112

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,278
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 EB over German Water Hole is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB over German Water Hole in Crockett County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 4,278 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,140 by 2033. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 10 EB
CrossesGerman Water Hole
Location0.51 MI E of RM 2398
RouteInterstate 10
CountyCrockett County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.70141, -101.22351
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,278 (2019)
Projected traffic4,140 by 2033
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 EB over German Water Hole built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 EB over German Water Hole 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 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 EB over German Water Hole carry?

About 4,278 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 EB over German Water Hole?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 EB over German Water Hole?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.