IH 10 EB over Bairds Bayou
FairOrange County, Texas · 1.3 MI E of Neches River · Structure no. 201810002809242
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 308 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38,808
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 EB over Bairds Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB over Bairds Bayou in Orange County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 38,808 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,345 by 2042. The structure is 308 ft (93.9 m) long and 57 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 10 EB over Bairds Bayou built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 10 EB over Bairds Bayou 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does IH 10 EB over Bairds Bayou carry?
About 38,808 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 EB over Bairds Bayou?
The structure is 308 ft (93.9 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 EB over Bairds Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.