US Bridges

IH 35 over Reat Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 1.52 MI S of Falls C/L · Structure no. 090140001504561

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
64,462
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 over Reat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Reat 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 64,462 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 96,200 by 2034. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesIH 35
CrossesReat Creek
Location1.52 MI S of Falls C/L
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.248, -97.28017
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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic64,462 (2020)
Projected traffic96,200 by 2034
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 35 over Reat Creek built?

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

What condition is IH 35 over Reat 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 over Reat Creek carry?

About 64,462 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 over Reat Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns IH 35 over Reat Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.