US Bridges

IH 610S EB over Holmes RD UPRR Theresa

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.9 MI E of SH 288 · Structure no. 121020027116237

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
807 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
97,036
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 610S EB over Holmes RD UPRR Theresa is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 610S EB over Holmes RD UPRR Theresa in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5 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 97,036 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 112,290 by 2033. The structure is 807 ft (246 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 610S EB
CrossesHolmes RD UPRR Theresa
Location0.9 MI E of SH 288
RouteInterstate 610
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.68055, -95.36337
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+9 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length807 ft (246 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.7 m)
Roadway width69 ft (20.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic97,036 (2019)
Projected traffic112,290 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$139,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 610S EB over Holmes RD UPRR Theresa built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 610S EB over Holmes RD UPRR Theresa 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does IH 610S EB over Holmes RD UPRR Theresa carry?

About 97,036 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is IH 610S EB over Holmes RD UPRR Theresa?

The structure is 807 ft (246 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns IH 610S EB over Holmes RD UPRR Theresa?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.