US Bridges

IH 35 over Bird Creek Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.26 MI N of SH 53 · Structure no. 090140001514691

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
82,341
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 over Bird Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Bird Creek Branch 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 82,341 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 115,277 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long.

CarriesIH 35
CrossesBird Creek Branch
Location0.26 MI N of SH 53
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.10609, -97.35832
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionJanuary 2025
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 spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic82,341 (2023)
Projected traffic115,277 by 2042
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure16
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 over Bird Creek Branch built?

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

What condition is IH 35 over Bird Creek 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does IH 35 over Bird Creek Branch carry?

About 82,341 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 over Bird Creek Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns IH 35 over Bird Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.