IH 10 EB over Carpenters Bayou
GoodHarris County, Texas · 0.35 MI E of Bw 8 · Structure no. 121020050801362
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 186 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 69,576
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 EB over Carpenters Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB over Carpenters Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1985 and reconstructed in 1991, 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 69,576 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 105,930 by 2033. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 10 EB over Carpenters Bayou built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is IH 10 EB over Carpenters 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does IH 10 EB over Carpenters Bayou carry?
About 69,576 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 EB over Carpenters Bayou?
The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 EB over Carpenters Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.