US Bridges

IH 35 Ml & SB FR over Selma Creek

Fair

Bexar County, Texas · 0.65 MI S of Cibolo Creek · Structure no. 150150001607023

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
122 ft
14 main spans
Daily traffic
1,826
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Ml & SB FR over Selma Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 Ml & SB FR over Selma Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 92 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 1,826 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 297,295 by 2042. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 35 Ml & SB FR
CrossesSelma Creek
Location0.65 MI S of Cibolo Creek
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates29.58049, -98.31407
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans14
Design loadH 15
Structure length122 ft (37.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,826 (2015)
Projected traffic297,295 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure12
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 Ml & SB FR over Selma Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is IH 35 Ml & SB FR over Selma Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does IH 35 Ml & SB FR over Selma Creek carry?

About 1,826 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Ml & SB FR over Selma Creek?

The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 Ml & SB FR over Selma Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.