US Bridges

IH 35 over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Cooke County, Texas · 2.2 MI S of FM 1306 · Structure no. 030490019501027

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
44,371
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Drainage Ditch in Cooke County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 77 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 44,371 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,210 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location2.2 MI S of FM 1306
RouteInterstate 35
CountyCooke County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.55419, -97.16614
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic44,371 (2020)
Projected traffic55,210 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is IH 35 over Drainage Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does IH 35 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 44,371 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns IH 35 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.