US Bridges

IH 10 Ml over San Jacinto River Canal

Good

Harris County, Texas · 0.20 MI E of Thompson RD · Structure no. 121020050801323

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
82 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
83,955
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 Ml over San Jacinto River Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 Ml over San Jacinto River Canal in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 83,955 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 117,537 by 2042. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 115 ft wide.

CarriesIH 10 Ml
CrossesSan Jacinto River Canal
Location0.20 MI E of Thompson RD
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.79874, -95.02867
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
Design loadHS 20
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width115 ft (35.1 m)
Roadway width112 ft (34.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic83,955 (2023)
Projected traffic117,537 by 2042
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 Ml over San Jacinto River Canal built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 Ml over San Jacinto River Canal 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 Ml over San Jacinto River Canal carry?

About 83,955 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 Ml over San Jacinto River Canal?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 Ml over San Jacinto River Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.