US Bridges

IH10 WB to BW8 NB over IH10WBFR BW8NBFR Carp Y

Good

Harris County, Texas · IH 10 Atbw 8 E Interchg · Structure no. 121020050801446

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
3,616 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
15,130
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH10 WB to BW8 NB over IH10WBFR BW8NBFR Carp Y is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH10 WB to BW8 NB over IH10WBFR BW8NBFR Carp Y in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 15,130 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,180 by 2033. The structure is 3,616 ft (1,102.2 m) long and 29 ft wide.

CarriesIH10 WB to BW8 NB
CrossesIH10WBFR BW8NBFR Carp Y
LocationIH 10 Atbw 8 E Interchg
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.77204, -95.15304
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans12 (+14 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length3,616 ft (1,102.2 m)
Longest span200 ft (61 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,130 (2013)
Projected traffic21,180 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
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 IH10 WB to BW8 NB over IH10WBFR BW8NBFR Carp Y built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH10 WB to BW8 NB over IH10WBFR BW8NBFR Carp Y 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 IH10 WB to BW8 NB over IH10WBFR BW8NBFR Carp Y carry?

About 15,130 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is IH10 WB to BW8 NB over IH10WBFR BW8NBFR Carp Y?

The structure is 3,616 ft (1,102.2 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns IH10 WB to BW8 NB over IH10WBFR BW8NBFR Carp Y?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.