IH 10 over Cow Bayou
GoodOrange County, Texas · 1.70 MI E of FM 1135 · Structure no. 201810002811260
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 360 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 59,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 over Cow Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 over Cow Bayou in Orange County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 59,400 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 83,160 by 2042. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 126 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 over Cow Bayou built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 10 over Cow Bayou 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does IH 10 over Cow Bayou carry?
About 59,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 over Cow Bayou?
The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 126 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 over Cow Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.