US Bridges

IH 35 Ml and FR over Carpenter Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.6 MI N of FM 935 · Structure no. 090140001504602

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
63,802
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Ml and FR over Carpenter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 Ml and FR over Carpenter 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 63,802 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 96,200 by 2034. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesIH 35 Ml and FR
CrossesCarpenter Creek
Location0.6 MI N of FM 935
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.21546, -97.29912
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 spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic63,802 (2020)
Projected traffic96,200 by 2034
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure12
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Ml and FR over Carpenter Creek built?

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

What condition is IH 35 Ml and FR over Carpenter 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 Ml and FR over Carpenter Creek carry?

About 63,802 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Ml and FR over Carpenter Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 35 Ml and FR over Carpenter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.