US Bridges

IH 10 Nfr over Dry Devils River

Good

Sutton County, Texas · 0.02 MI W of US 277 · Structure no. 072180014104100

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
225 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
335
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 Nfr over Dry Devils River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 Nfr over Dry Devils River in Sutton County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 335 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 168 by 2038. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesIH 10 Nfr
CrossesDry Devils River
Location0.02 MI W of US 277
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates30.57992, -100.64702
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length225 ft (68.6 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic335 (2018)
Projected traffic168 by 2038
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Nfr over Dry Devils River built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 Nfr over Dry Devils River 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 Nfr over Dry Devils River carry?

About 335 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 Nfr over Dry Devils River?

The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 Nfr over Dry Devils River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.