IH 35 SB Ml over Pepper Crk/U-Turns
FairBell County, Texas · 1.35 MI NE of FM 93 · Structure no. 090140001514351
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 190 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 66,808
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 SB Ml over Pepper Crk/U-Turns is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 35 SB Ml over Pepper Crk/U-Turns in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 66,808 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 90,859 by 2042. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 63 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35 SB Ml over Pepper Crk/U-Turns built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 35 SB Ml over Pepper Crk/U-Turns 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does IH 35 SB Ml over Pepper Crk/U-Turns carry?
About 66,808 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 SB Ml over Pepper Crk/U-Turns?
The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35 SB Ml over Pepper Crk/U-Turns?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.