IH 35 over Alexander Branch
FairBell County, Texas · 0.15 MI N of FM 2484 · Structure no. 090140001507464
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 61,940
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 over Alexander Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Alexander 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 61,940 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 86,720 by 2035. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35 over Alexander Branch built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 35 over Alexander Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does IH 35 over Alexander Branch carry?
About 61,940 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 over Alexander Branch?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 35 over Alexander Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.