US Bridges

IH 35 SB Ml over Toepperwein RD

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.83 MI S of SH 218 · Structure no. 150150001607159

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,958
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 SB Ml over Toepperwein RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 SB Ml over Toepperwein RD in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5,958 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 125,260 by 2033. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 71 ft wide.

CarriesIH 35 SB Ml
CrossesToepperwein RD
Location0.83 MI S of SH 218
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates29.55521, -98.34841
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.6 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,958 (2023)
Projected traffic125,260 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure5
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 SB Ml over Toepperwein RD built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 SB Ml over Toepperwein RD 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does IH 35 SB Ml over Toepperwein RD carry?

About 5,958 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 SB Ml over Toepperwein RD?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 SB Ml over Toepperwein RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.