IH 35 over Prairie Dell Creek
FairBell County, Texas · 4.65 MI SW of FM 2268 · Structure no. 090140001507502
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 62,317
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 over Prairie Dell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Prairie Dell Creek in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 62,317 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 82,700 by 2033. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Prairie Dell Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 35 over Prairie Dell Creek 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 Prairie Dell Creek carry?
About 62,317 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 over Prairie Dell Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 35 over Prairie Dell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.