SH 35 over Frenchmans Bayou
GoodCalhoun County, Texas · 3.05 MI SW of SH 185 · Structure no. 130290018001039
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 400 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,153
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 35 over Frenchmans Bayou is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 35 over Frenchmans Bayou in Calhoun County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 3,153 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,740 by 2033. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 35 over Frenchmans Bayou built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 35 over Frenchmans 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SH 35 over Frenchmans Bayou carry?
About 3,153 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SH 35 over Frenchmans Bayou?
The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns SH 35 over Frenchmans Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.