US Bridges

IH 10 over Federal RD

Good

Harris County, Texas · 1.2 MI E of Holland · Structure no. 121020050801267

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
370 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
115,350
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Federal RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 over Federal RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 115,350 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 180,550 by 2033. The structure is 370 ft (112.8 m) long and 148 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10
CrossesFederal RD
Location1.2 MI E of Holland
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.77064, -95.21366
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: 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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length370 ft (112.8 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width148 ft (45 m)
Roadway width144 ft (43.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic115,350 (2020)
Projected traffic180,550 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 over Federal RD built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 over Federal RD 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 2022.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Federal RD carry?

About 115,350 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Federal RD?

The structure is 370 ft (112.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 148 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 over Federal RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.