US Bridges

IH 35 over Skinner Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 1.50 Mi. S. of Loop 121 · Structure no. 090140001506537

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
146,391
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 over Skinner Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Skinner 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 146,391 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 100,300 by 2030. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesIH 35
CrossesSkinner Branch
Location1.50 Mi. S. of Loop 121
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.01138, -97.48557
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 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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic146,391 (2019)
Projected traffic100,300 by 2030
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure12
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 over Skinner Branch built?

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

What condition is IH 35 over Skinner 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 Skinner Branch carry?

About 146,391 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 over Skinner Branch?

The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 35 over Skinner Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.