US Bridges

SH 178 (artcraft) over IH 10

Good

El Paso County, Texas · 3.088 MI N of SH20 · Structure no. 240720212101251

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,613
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 178 (artcraft) over IH 10 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 178 (artcraft) over IH 10 in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 20,613 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,858 by 2041. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 101 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSH 178 (artcraft)
CrossesIH 10
Location3.088 MI N of SH20
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates31.88314, -106.58194
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width101 ft (30.8 m)
Roadway width91 ft (27.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,613 (2021)
Projected traffic28,858 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 178 (artcraft) over IH 10 built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 178 (artcraft) over IH 10 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SH 178 (artcraft) over IH 10 carry?

About 20,613 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SH 178 (artcraft) over IH 10?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.

Who owns SH 178 (artcraft) over IH 10?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.