US Bridges

IH 10 EB over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of IH 45 · Structure no. 121020027107357

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
326 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
141,949
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 EB over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 141,949 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 107,820 by 2033. The structure is 326 ft (99.4 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 10 EB
CrossesLouisiana ST Ent Ramp G
Location0.10 MI E of IH 45
RouteInterstate 10
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.76803, -95.36315
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 inspectionNovember 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 rating72 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length326 ft (99.4 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width69 ft (21.1 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic141,949 (2020)
Projected traffic107,820 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 EB over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 EB over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does IH 10 EB over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G carry?

About 141,949 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 EB over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G?

The structure is 326 ft (99.4 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 EB over Louisiana ST Ent Ramp G?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.