IH 10 over Hunting Bayou
FairHarris County, Texas · 2.0 MI E of IH 610 · Structure no. 121020050801023
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 175 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150,291
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 over Hunting Bayou is a concrete slab carrying IH 10 over Hunting Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 75 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 150,291 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 210,407 by 2042. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 150 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 10 over Hunting Bayou built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is IH 10 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 10 over Hunting Bayou carry?
About 150,291 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 over Hunting Bayou?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 150 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 over Hunting Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.