US Bridges

IH 35 over Amity Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 2.42 Mi. North of FM 2484 · Structure no. 090140001506536

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
80 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
67,900
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 over Amity Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Amity 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 67,900 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 100,300 by 2030. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesIH 35
CrossesAmity Branch
Location2.42 Mi. North of FM 2484
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates30.98441, -97.50485
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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 spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic67,900 (2010)
Projected traffic100,300 by 2030
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 over Amity Branch built?

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

What condition is IH 35 over Amity 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 over Amity Branch carry?

About 67,900 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 over Amity Branch?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns IH 35 over Amity Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.