US Bridges

IH 35 Ml & FR over Brushy Draw

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.07 MI S of FM 1976 · Structure no. 150150001710091

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1962
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
123,445
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Ml & FR over Brushy Draw is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 Ml & FR over Brushy Draw in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 72 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 123,445 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 172,823 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long.

CarriesIH 35 Ml & FR
CrossesBrushy Draw
Location0.07 MI S of FM 1976
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates29.50901, -98.39804
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic123,445 (2022)
Projected traffic172,823 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure14
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 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 & FR over Brushy Draw built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.

What condition is IH 35 Ml & FR over Brushy Draw 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does IH 35 Ml & FR over Brushy Draw carry?

About 123,445 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Ml & FR over Brushy Draw?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns IH 35 Ml & FR over Brushy Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.