US Bridges

IH 10 EB over North Llano River

Good

Kimble County, Texas · 4.62 MI E of Sutton C/L · Structure no. 071340014108153

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
800 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
5,939
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 EB over North Llano River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB over North Llano River in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 5,939 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,330 by 2033. The structure is 800 ft (243.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIH 10 EB
CrossesNorth Llano River
Location4.62 MI E of Sutton C/L
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.48569, -100.04057
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length800 ft (243.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,939 (2019)
Projected traffic5,330 by 2033
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 EB over North Llano River built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 EB over North Llano River 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 EB over North Llano River carry?

About 5,939 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 EB over North Llano River?

The structure is 800 ft (243.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 EB over North Llano River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.