US Bridges

IH 10 Ml over Draw

Good

Sutton County, Texas · 7.93 MI E Crockett CO LN · Structure no. 072180014102074

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,023
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 Ml over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 10 Ml over Draw in Sutton 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 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 11,023 vehicles a day, roughly 47% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,093 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesIH 10 Ml
CrossesDraw
Location7.93 MI E Crockett CO LN
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.62121, -100.8372
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 inspectionJune 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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,023 (2022)
Projected traffic17,093 by 2038
Trucks47%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 Ml over Draw built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 Ml over 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 Ml over Draw carry?

About 11,023 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 47% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 Ml over Draw?

The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 10 Ml over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.