US Bridges

IH 35 Nbml over Deer Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.07 Me S of Falls C/L · Structure no. 090140001504562

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
34,880
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Nbml over Deer Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Nbml over Deer 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 34,880 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 96,200 by 2034. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesIH 35 Nbml
CrossesDeer Creek
Location0.07 Me S of Falls C/L
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.26679, -97.26916
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 geometry7: 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,880 (2017)
Projected traffic96,200 by 2034
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-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 Nbml over Deer Creek built?

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

What condition is IH 35 Nbml over Deer 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 Nbml over Deer Creek carry?

About 34,880 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Nbml over Deer Creek?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 Nbml over Deer Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.