US Bridges

IH 10 EB over FM 1338

Good

Kerr County, Texas · 3.4 MI W of FM 783 · Structure no. 151330014214117

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
190 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,254
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 EB over FM 1338 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB over FM 1338 in Kerr County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5,254 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,190 by 2033. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 50 ft wide.

CarriesIH 10 EB
CrossesFM 1338
Location3.4 MI W of FM 783
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.11586, -99.19992
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.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,254 (2019)
Projected traffic7,190 by 2033
Trucks25%
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 EB over FM 1338 built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 EB over FM 1338 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 FM 1338 carry?

About 5,254 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 EB over FM 1338?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 EB over FM 1338?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.