US Bridges

IH 10 WB over Kc Draw

Good

Reeves County, Texas · 2.60 MI E of FM 3078 · Structure no. 061950044109107

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
300 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,101
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 WB over Kc Draw is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 WB over Kc Draw in Reeves County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 6,101 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,663 by 2042. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10 WB
CrossesKc Draw
Location2.60 MI E of FM 3078
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates31.04285, -103.93037
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,101 (2022)
Projected traffic8,663 by 2042
Trucks42%
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 Kc Draw built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 WB over Kc Draw 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does IH 10 WB over Kc Draw carry?

About 6,101 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 WB over Kc Draw?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 WB over Kc Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.