US Bridges

IH 10 over BNSF Yard & 7th ST

Fair

Jefferson County, Texas · 1.2 MI E of US 69 · Structure no. 201240002813082

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,522 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
78,230
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over BNSF Yard & 7th ST is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 over BNSF Yard & 7th ST in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 70 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 78,230 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 109,522 by 2042. The structure is 1,522 ft (463.9 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 10
CrossesBNSF Yard & 7th ST
Location1.2 MI E of US 69
RouteInterstate 10
CountyJefferson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.096, -94.11831
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+19 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,522 ft (463.9 m)
Longest span88 ft (26.8 m)
Deck width128 ft (39 m)
Roadway width123 ft (37.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic78,230 (2022)
Projected traffic109,522 by 2042
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$479,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 over BNSF Yard & 7th ST built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is IH 10 over BNSF Yard & 7th ST in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 over BNSF Yard & 7th ST carry?

About 78,230 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over BNSF Yard & 7th ST?

The structure is 1,522 ft (463.9 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 over BNSF Yard & 7th ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.