US Bridges

IH 10 Wbfr over Greens Bayou

Good

Harris County, Texas · 1.0 MI E of Federal RD · Structure no. 121020050801253

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
505 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,961
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 Wbfr over Greens Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 Wbfr over Greens Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,961 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,345 by 2042. The structure is 505 ft (153.9 m) long and 35 ft wide.

CarriesIH 10 Wbfr
CrossesGreens Bayou
Location1.0 MI E of Federal RD
RouteState Highway 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.77168, -95.19704
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length505 ft (153.9 m)
Longest span129 ft (39.3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,961 (2023)
Projected traffic8,345 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$30,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 Wbfr over Greens Bayou built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 Wbfr over Greens Bayou in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 Wbfr over Greens Bayou carry?

About 5,961 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 Wbfr over Greens Bayou?

The structure is 505 ft (153.9 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 Wbfr over Greens Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.