US Bridges

FM 1535 over IH 410 Ml

Good

Bexar County, Texas · .5 MI W of Blanco Rd. · Structure no. 150150052104354

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
428 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
19,200
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1535 over IH 410 Ml is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1535 over IH 410 Ml in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 19,200 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,000 by 2034. The structure is 428 ft (130.5 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 1535
CrossesIH 410 Ml
Location.5 MI W of Blanco Rd.
RouteInterstate 1535
StateTexas
Coordinates29.5213, -98.51336
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length428 ft (130.5 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,200 (2014)
Projected traffic25,000 by 2034
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$60,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1535 over IH 410 Ml built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1535 over IH 410 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 July 2022.

How much traffic does FM 1535 over IH 410 Ml carry?

About 19,200 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 1535 over IH 410 Ml?

The structure is 428 ft (130.5 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1535 over IH 410 Ml?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.