US Bridges

IH 10 WB over Draw

Fair

Kimble County, Texas · 1.82 MI E of FM 2169 · Structure no. 071340014201123

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,969
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 WB over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 WB over Draw in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5 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 12,969 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,730 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesIH 10 WB
CrossesDraw
Location1.82 MI E of FM 2169
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.47218, -99.73197
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,969 (2020)
Projected traffic6,730 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 WB over Draw built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 WB over Draw 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 Draw carry?

About 12,969 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 WB over Draw?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns IH 10 WB over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.