IH 10 EB over Drain
FairEl Paso County, Texas · 4.1 MI S of SH 20 · Structure no. 240720212102205
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70,802
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 EB over Drain is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB over Drain in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 56 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 70,802 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 84,780 by 2033. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 10 EB over Drain built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is IH 10 EB 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does IH 10 EB over Drain carry?
About 70,802 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 EB over Drain?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 EB over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.