US Bridges

IH 10 over Foster Creek Trib

Fair

Fayette County, Texas · 1.10 MI W of US 77 · Structure no. 130760053507080

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29,405
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Foster Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 over Foster Creek Trib in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 29,405 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,010 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 10
CrossesFoster Creek Trib
Location1.10 MI W of US 77
RouteInterstate 10
CountyFayette County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.69081, -96.92039
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,405 (2020)
Projected traffic41,010 by 2033
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 over Foster Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 over Foster Creek Trib 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Foster Creek Trib carry?

About 29,405 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Foster Creek Trib?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 10 over Foster Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.