US Bridges

IH 35 Sbfr over Big Elm Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 3.20 MI S of Falls C/L · Structure no. 090140001504558

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,700
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Sbfr over Big Elm Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Sbfr over Big Elm Creek in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2034. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 35 Sbfr
CrossesBig Elm Creek
Location3.20 MI S of Falls C/L
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.22621, -97.29282
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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,700 (2014)
Projected traffic2,400 by 2034
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
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 35 Sbfr over Big Elm Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 Sbfr over Big Elm Creek 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 Sbfr over Big Elm Creek carry?

About 1,700 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Sbfr over Big Elm Creek?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 Sbfr over Big Elm Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.