SH 35 over Austin Bayou
GoodBrazoria County, Texas · 2.83 Miles NE of Spur 28 · Structure no. 120200017803361
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 146 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,574
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 35 over Austin Bayou is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SH 35 over Austin Bayou in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 10,574 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,300 by 2032. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 35 over Austin Bayou built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 35 over Austin Bayou 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 35 over Austin Bayou carry?
About 10,574 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SH 35 over Austin Bayou?
The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns SH 35 over Austin Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.