US Bridges

IH 10 WB over Drain

Good

Pecos County, Texas · 4.45 MI E of Reeves C/L · Structure no. 061860044107035

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,105
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 WB over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 WB over Drain in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 66 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 2,105 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,770 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10 WB
CrossesDrain
Location4.45 MI E of Reeves C/L
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.94216, -103.33467
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,105 (2019)
Projected traffic3,770 by 2033
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Drain built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is IH 10 WB over Drain 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 10 WB over Drain carry?

About 2,105 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 WB over Drain?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 WB over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.