US Bridges

IH 35 NB over Spur 253 (e Central Ave)

Fair

Bell County, Texas · 0.55 MI SW of FM 93 · Structure no. 090140001514370

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
290 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
52,330
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 NB over Spur 253 (e Central Ave) is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 35 NB over Spur 253 (e Central Ave) 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 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 52,330 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,260 by 2033. The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long and 65 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 35 NB
CrossesSpur 253 (e Central Ave)
Location0.55 MI SW of FM 93
RouteInterstate 35
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.05332, -97.45477
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length290 ft (88.4 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,330 (2013)
Projected traffic73,260 by 2033
Trucks13%
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 NB over Spur 253 (e Central Ave) built?

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

What condition is IH 35 NB over Spur 253 (e Central Ave) 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 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 NB over Spur 253 (e Central Ave) carry?

About 52,330 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 NB over Spur 253 (e Central Ave)?

The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 NB over Spur 253 (e Central Ave)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.