US Bridges

IH 10 over Hcfcd Ditch

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.6 W of IH 610 · Structure no. 121020027107589

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
333,229
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Hcfcd Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 over Hcfcd Ditch in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 333,229 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 142,110 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIH 10
CrossesHcfcd Ditch
Location0.6 W of IH 610
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.78417, -95.46173
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic333,229 (2022)
Projected traffic142,110 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure21
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 over Hcfcd Ditch built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 over Hcfcd Ditch 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 IH 10 over Hcfcd Ditch carry?

About 333,229 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Hcfcd Ditch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 10 over Hcfcd Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.