US Bridges

IH 10 over Mailbox Draw

Good

Crockett County, Texas · 10.93 MI E of Pecos CO LN · Structure no. 070530014013303

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,150
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Mailbox Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 over Mailbox Draw in Crockett County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 6,150 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,620 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesIH 10
CrossesMailbox Draw
Location10.93 MI E of Pecos CO LN
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.73843, -101.65352
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,150 (2013)
Projected traffic8,620 by 2033
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 over Mailbox Draw built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 over Mailbox Draw 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 over Mailbox Draw carry?

About 6,150 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Mailbox Draw?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns IH 10 over Mailbox Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.