US Bridges

IH 10 over Trib Hillebrandt Bayou

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 1.80 MI SW of US 96 · Structure no. 201240073902456

Built
2001
24 years old, rebuilt 2023
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
52,367
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Trib Hillebrandt Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 over Trib Hillebrandt Bayou in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 2001 and reconstructed in 2023, 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 52,367 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,782 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10
CrossesTrib Hillebrandt Bayou
Location1.80 MI SW of US 96
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.03091, -94.16429
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,367 (2022)
Projected traffic44,782 by 2042
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 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 over Trib Hillebrandt Bayou built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.

What condition is IH 10 over Trib Hillebrandt 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Trib Hillebrandt Bayou carry?

About 52,367 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Trib Hillebrandt Bayou?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns IH 10 over Trib Hillebrandt Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.