US Bridges

IH 35 over Killingsworth Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 3.65 MI SW of FM 2268 · Structure no. 090140001507504

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
62,317
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 over Killingsworth Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Killingsworth Branch 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 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 62,317 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 82,700 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35
CrossesKillingsworth Branch
Location3.65 MI SW of FM 2268
RouteInterstate 35
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.88904, -97.57193
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
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 length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic62,317 (2020)
Projected traffic82,700 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure12
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$146,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 over Killingsworth Branch built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 over Killingsworth 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 Killingsworth Branch carry?

About 62,317 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 over Killingsworth Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 35 over Killingsworth Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.