IH 10 WB over Drain
FairEl Paso County, Texas · 3.2 MI S of Nm ST Line · Structure no. 240720212101012
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 160 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,040
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 WB over Drain is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 10 WB over Drain in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 28,040 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,256 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).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 10 WB over Drain built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 10 WB over Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does IH 10 WB over Drain carry?
About 28,040 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 WB over Drain?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 WB over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.