IH 10 EB over W Cowan Draw
FairReeves County, Texas · 0.45 MI E Jeff Davis C/L · Structure no. 061950044109056
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 300 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,949
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 10 EB over W Cowan Draw is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 EB over W Cowan Draw in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 5 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 14,949 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,929 by 2042. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 W Cowan Draw built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 10 EB over W Cowan Draw 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does IH 10 EB over W Cowan Draw carry?
About 14,949 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is IH 10 EB over W Cowan Draw?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns IH 10 EB over W Cowan Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.