US Bridges

IH 35 Frs over Kings Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.83 MI S of FM 935 · Structure no. 090140001504596

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
66,396
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Frs over Kings Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 Frs over Kings Branch 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 66,396 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 96,200 by 2034. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35 Frs
CrossesKings Branch
Location0.83 MI S of FM 935
RouteInterstate 35
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.19535, -97.30752
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 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 spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic66,396 (2020)
Projected traffic96,200 by 2034
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Frs over Kings Branch built?

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

What condition is IH 35 Frs over Kings 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 Frs over Kings Branch carry?

About 66,396 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Frs over Kings Branch?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 35 Frs over Kings Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.