US Bridges

IH 35 over Mitchell Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.20 Mi. S. of Grainge RD · Structure no. 090140001507503

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
464 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
93,724
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 over Mitchell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Mitchell 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 93,724 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 464 ft (141.4 m) long and 464 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 35
CrossesMitchell Branch
Location0.20 Mi. S. of Grainge RD
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates30.88537, -97.57512
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length464 ft (141.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width464 ft (141.4 m)
Roadway width202 ft (61.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic93,724 (2023)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure12
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 over Mitchell Branch built?

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

What condition is IH 35 over Mitchell 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 over Mitchell Branch carry?

About 93,724 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 over Mitchell Branch?

The structure is 464 ft (141.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 464 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 over Mitchell Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.