US Bridges

IH 10 over John Martin RD

Good

Harris County, Texas · 4.0 MI E of San Jac River · Structure no. 121020050801335

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
281 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
70,110
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over John Martin RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 over John Martin RD in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 70,110 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 109,630 by 2033. The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long and 115 ft wide.

CarriesIH 10
CrossesJohn Martin RD
Location4.0 MI E of San Jac River
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.80221, -94.99749
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 inspectionSeptember 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, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length281 ft (85.6 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width115 ft (35.1 m)
Roadway width110 ft (33.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic70,110 (2020)
Projected traffic109,630 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$165,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 over John Martin RD built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 over John Martin 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 September 2022.

How much traffic does IH 10 over John Martin RD carry?

About 70,110 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over John Martin RD?

The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 115 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 over John Martin RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.