US Bridges

IH 10 EB Off-Ramp over Copia St.

Good

El Paso County, Texas · 0.5 MI W of US 54 · Structure no. 240720212102221

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,430
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 EB Off-Ramp over Copia St. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB Off-Ramp over Copia St. in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 18,430 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,800 by 2030. The structure is 210 ft (64.1 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesIH 10 EB Off-Ramp
CrossesCopia St.
Location0.5 MI W of US 54
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates31.77777, -106.45089
Functional classUrban 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length210 ft (64.1 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,430 (2010)
Projected traffic25,800 by 2030
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 EB Off-Ramp over Copia St. built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 EB Off-Ramp over Copia St. 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 2022.

How much traffic does IH 10 EB Off-Ramp over Copia St. carry?

About 18,430 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 EB Off-Ramp over Copia St.?

The structure is 210 ft (64.1 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 EB Off-Ramp over Copia St.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.