IH 10 Ml over Fresh Water Bayou
FairHarris County, Texas · 1.25 MI E of Sheldon RD · Structure no. 121020050801065
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 128 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 143,493
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 Ml over Fresh Water Bayou is a concrete slab carrying IH 10 Ml over Fresh Water Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 69 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 143,493 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 180,237 by 2042. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 124 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 10 Ml over Fresh Water Bayou built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is IH 10 Ml over Fresh Water 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does IH 10 Ml over Fresh Water Bayou carry?
About 143,493 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 Ml over Fresh Water Bayou?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 124 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 Ml over Fresh Water Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.