US Bridges

FM 93 (6th Ave) over IH 35

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.6 MI NE of E Central · Structure no. 090140001514338

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
286 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,850
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 93 (6th Ave) over IH 35 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 93 (6th Ave) over IH 35 in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older 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 15,850 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,190 by 2033. The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 93 (6th Ave)
CrossesIH 35
Location0.6 MI NE of E Central
RouteState Highway 93
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.0566, -97.44652
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length286 ft (87.2 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.5 m)
Roadway width62 ft (18.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,850 (2013)
Projected traffic22,190 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 93 (6th Ave) over IH 35 built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 93 (6th Ave) over IH 35 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 93 (6th Ave) over IH 35 carry?

About 15,850 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 93 (6th Ave) over IH 35?

The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns FM 93 (6th Ave) over IH 35?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.