US Bridges

IH 35 over Brindley Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.20 MI N of Lp 363 · Structure no. 090140001504579

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
69,919
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 over Brindley Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Brindley Branch in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 69,919 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 88,750 by 2036. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 654 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesIH 35
CrossesBrindley Branch
Location0.20 MI N of Lp 363
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.14225, -97.32865
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width654 ft (199.2 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic69,919 (2020)
Projected traffic88,750 by 2036
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure13
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Brindley Branch built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 over Brindley Branch 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 Brindley Branch carry?

About 69,919 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 over Brindley Branch?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 654 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 over Brindley Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.