US Bridges

IH 10 over Brazos Valley Relief

Good

Waller County, Texas · 1.3 MI E of Brazos River · Structure no. 122370027104725

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
55,578
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 10 over Brazos Valley Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 10 over Brazos Valley Relief in Waller County, Texas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 years old, younger 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 55,578 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 96,300 by 2050. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 124 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 10
CrossesBrazos Valley Relief
Location1.3 MI E of Brazos River
RouteInterstate 10
StateTexas
Coordinates29.77572, -96.01643
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior 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 spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width124 ft (37.9 m)
Roadway width120 ft (36.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55,578 (2018)
Projected traffic96,300 by 2050
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 10 over Brazos Valley Relief built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 10 over Brazos Valley Relief 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does IH 10 over Brazos Valley Relief carry?

About 55,578 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is IH 10 over Brazos Valley Relief?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 124 ft wide.

Who owns IH 10 over Brazos Valley Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.