US Bridges

Darst Field RD over IH 10

Good

Guadalupe County, Texas · 2.30 MI W of SH 80 · Structure no. 150950053502137

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
310 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
140
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Darst Field RD over IH 10 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Darst Field RD over IH 10 in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 140 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2030. The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long and 35 ft wide.

CarriesDarst Field RD
CrossesIH 10
Location2.30 MI W of SH 80
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates29.6449, -97.69761
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length310 ft (94.5 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic140 (2010)
Projected traffic20 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Darst Field RD over IH 10 built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Darst Field RD 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Darst Field RD over IH 10 carry?

About 140 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Darst Field RD over IH 10?

The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Darst Field RD over IH 10?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.