US Bridges

IH 10 Ml over CR 327

Good

Reeves County, Texas · 2.60 MI W of FM 2903 · Structure no. 061950044109131

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,101
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 Ml over CR 327 is a steel culvert carrying IH 10 Ml over CR 327 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 6,830 by 2033. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long and 230 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesIH 10 Ml
CrossesCR 327
Location2.60 MI W of FM 2903
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates31.01179, -103.79686
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
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width230 ft (70.1 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,101 (2022)
Projected traffic6,830 by 2033
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 Ml over CR 327 built?

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

What condition is IH 10 Ml over CR 327 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 Ml over CR 327 carry?

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

How long is IH 10 Ml over CR 327?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 230 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 Ml over CR 327?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.