US Bridges

IH 10 EB over Fessenden Branch

Good

Kerr County, Texas · 0.4 MI E of SH 41 · Structure no. 151330014212140

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,982
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 EB over Fessenden Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB over Fessenden Branch in Kerr County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 4,982 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,160 by 2033. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10 EB
CrossesFessenden Branch
Location0.4 MI E of SH 41
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.19306, -99.34323
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,982 (2019)
Projected traffic8,160 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 EB over Fessenden Branch built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 EB over Fessenden Branch 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 EB over Fessenden Branch carry?

About 4,982 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 EB over Fessenden Branch?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 EB over Fessenden Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.