IH 10 WB over Joy Creek
FairKimble County, Texas · 8.65 MI SE of US 83 · Structure no. 071340014201056
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,758
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 WB over Joy Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 WB over Joy Creek in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,758 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,654 by 2042. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 10 WB over Joy Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 10 WB over Joy Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does IH 10 WB over Joy Creek carry?
About 7,758 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 WB over Joy Creek?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 WB over Joy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.