US Bridges

Lp 481 WB Conn over IH 10 WB

Good

Kimble County, Texas · 2.36 MI E of FM 2169 · Structure no. 071340014201091

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
156 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
980
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 481 WB Conn over IH 10 WB is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 481 WB Conn over IH 10 WB in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 980 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,380 by 2030. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesLp 481 WB Conn
CrossesIH 10 WB
Location2.36 MI E of FM 2169
RouteState Highway 481
StateTexas
Coordinates30.46389, -99.72918
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length156 ft (47.5 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic980 (2010)
Projected traffic1,380 by 2030
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Lp 481 WB Conn over IH 10 WB built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 481 WB Conn over IH 10 WB 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 Lp 481 WB Conn over IH 10 WB carry?

About 980 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is Lp 481 WB Conn over IH 10 WB?

The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 481 WB Conn over IH 10 WB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.