IH 10 over Little Cypress Bayou
GoodOrange County, Texas · 1.20 MI E of SH 87 · Structure no. 201810002814503
- Built
- 2020
- 5 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 305 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50,507
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 over Little Cypress Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 over Little Cypress Bayou in Orange County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 50,507 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,450 by 2033. The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Little Cypress Bayou built?
It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 10 over Little Cypress 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 Little Cypress Bayou carry?
About 50,507 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 over Little Cypress Bayou?
The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 over Little Cypress Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.