US Bridges

IH 10 over Sumac DR

Good

El Paso County, Texas · 4.9 MI E of US 62 · Structure no. 240720212103105

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
160 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
119,322
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Sumac DR is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 over Sumac DR in El Paso County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 65 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 119,322 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 224,190 by 2033. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 117 ft wide.

CarriesIH 10
CrossesSumac DR
Location4.9 MI E of US 62
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates31.75534, -106.34973
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width117 ft (35.6 m)
Roadway width113 ft (34.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic119,322 (2020)
Projected traffic224,190 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 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 over Sumac DR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is IH 10 over Sumac DR 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Sumac DR carry?

About 119,322 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Sumac DR?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 over Sumac DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.