US Bridges

IH 10 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Pecos County, Texas · 9.95 MI E Reeves CO LN · Structure no. 061860044107036

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
71 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
4,295
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 over Drainage Ditch in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 93 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 4,295 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,540 by 2033. The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long and 205 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.2 mi (129 km).

CarriesIH 10
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location9.95 MI E Reeves CO LN
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.92834, -103.24331
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 inspectionAugust 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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans12
Design loadH 15
Structure length71 ft (21.6 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width205 ft (62.5 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,295 (2020)
Projected traffic7,540 by 2033
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.2 mi (129 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 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is IH 10 over Drainage Ditch 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 4,295 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 205 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.