US Bridges

IH 10 EB Exit Ramp over IH 10 EB on Rp & Rothwel

Fair

Harris County, Texas · 0.75 MI W of US 59 · Structure no. 121020050801206

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
549 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
3,929
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 EB Exit Ramp over IH 10 EB on Rp & Rothwel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB Exit Ramp over IH 10 EB on Rp & Rothwel in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 3,929 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,160 by 2033. The structure is 549 ft (167.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 10 EB Exit Ramp
CrossesIH 10 EB on Rp & Rothwel
Location0.75 MI W of US 59
RouteState Highway 10
CountyHarris County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.76841, -95.35438
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length549 ft (167.3 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,929 (2024)
Projected traffic19,160 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
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$41,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 EB Exit Ramp over IH 10 EB on Rp & Rothwel built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 EB Exit Ramp over IH 10 EB on Rp & Rothwel 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 EB Exit Ramp over IH 10 EB on Rp & Rothwel carry?

About 3,929 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 EB Exit Ramp over IH 10 EB on Rp & Rothwel?

The structure is 549 ft (167.3 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 EB Exit Ramp over IH 10 EB on Rp & Rothwel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.