US Bridges

IH 10 over Frontage Road

Good

Kimble County, Texas · 0.75 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 071340014201094

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,230
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Frontage Road is a steel culvert carrying IH 10 over Frontage Road 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 6,230 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,720 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesIH 10
CrossesFrontage Road
Location0.75 MI E of US 83
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.4325, -99.70352
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
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,230 (2013)
Projected traffic8,720 by 2033
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 over Frontage Road built?

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

What condition is IH 10 over Frontage Road 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 over Frontage Road carry?

About 6,230 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Frontage Road?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns IH 10 over Frontage Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.