US Bridges

IH 35 NB over Salado Plaza DR

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.53 MI S of FM 2484 · Structure no. 090140001507552

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
329 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
34,339
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 NB over Salado Plaza DR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 NB over Salado Plaza DR 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 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 34,339 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,983 by 2035. The structure is 329 ft (100.3 m) long and 60 ft wide.

CarriesIH 35 NB
CrossesSalado Plaza DR
Location0.53 MI S of FM 2484
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates30.95659, -97.53499
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length329 ft (100.3 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,339 (2017)
Projected traffic41,983 by 2035
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 NB over Salado Plaza DR built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 NB over Salado Plaza DR 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 NB over Salado Plaza DR carry?

About 34,339 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 NB over Salado Plaza DR?

The structure is 329 ft (100.3 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 NB over Salado Plaza DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.