US Bridges

IH 10 Ebml over Blaschke RD

Good

Kendall County, Texas · 2.8 MI NW of FM 289 · Structure no. 151310007205181

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
135 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,780
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 Ebml over Blaschke RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 Ebml over Blaschke RD in Kendall County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 9,780 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,690 by 2033. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesIH 10 Ebml
CrossesBlaschke RD
Location2.8 MI NW of FM 289
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.915, -98.83474
Functional classRural 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,780 (2013)
Projected traffic13,690 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 Ebml over Blaschke RD built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 Ebml over Blaschke 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 Ebml over Blaschke RD carry?

About 9,780 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 Ebml over Blaschke RD?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 Ebml over Blaschke RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.