Shepherd over IH 35 Ml
GoodBexar County, Texas · 3.5 MI SW of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150001703281
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,882
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shepherd over IH 35 Ml is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Shepherd over IH 35 Ml in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 2,882 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 101 by 2042. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 28 ft wide.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shepherd over IH 35 Ml built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shepherd over IH 35 Ml 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 2024.
How much traffic does Shepherd over IH 35 Ml carry?
About 2,882 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Shepherd over IH 35 Ml?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Shepherd over IH 35 Ml?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.