IH 610 WB over Hunting Bayou
FairHarris County, Texas · 1.6 MI E of US 59 · Structure no. 121020027114475
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 159 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 86,377
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 610 WB over Hunting Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 610 WB over Hunting Bayou 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 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 86,377 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 90,190 by 2033. The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 610 WB over Hunting Bayou built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 610 WB over Hunting Bayou 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does IH 610 WB over Hunting Bayou carry?
About 86,377 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is IH 610 WB over Hunting Bayou?
The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns IH 610 WB over Hunting Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.