US Bridges

Shanklin RD over IH 35

Good

Bell County, Texas · 1.20 MI SW of Lp 121 · Structure no. 090140001506531

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
260 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
200
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shanklin RD over IH 35 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Shanklin RD over IH 35 in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 200 vehicles a day, projected to reach 400 by 2035. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesShanklin RD
CrossesIH 35
Location1.20 MI SW of Lp 121
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates31.01567, -97.48336
Functional classRural Local

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.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: 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 spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length260 ft (79.2 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.3 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2015)
Projected traffic400 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Shanklin RD over IH 35 built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shanklin RD over IH 35 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Shanklin RD over IH 35 carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Shanklin RD over IH 35?

The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns Shanklin RD over IH 35?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.