US Bridges

IH 35 Nb/Sb Ml over FM 51

Good

Cooke County, Texas · 3.0 MI S of US 82 · Structure no. 030490019501215

Built
2025
0 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
280 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
35,018
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Nb/Sb Ml over FM 51 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Nb/Sb Ml over FM 51 in Cooke County, Texas. It was built in 2025, so it is 0 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 35,018 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,628 by 2042. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 37 ft wide.

CarriesIH 35 Nb/Sb Ml
CrossesFM 51
Location3.0 MI S of US 82
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates33.62444, -97.15213
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.1 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,018 (2023)
Projected traffic54,628 by 2042
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 Nb/Sb Ml over FM 51 built?

It was built in 2025, making it 0 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 Nb/Sb Ml over FM 51 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does IH 35 Nb/Sb Ml over FM 51 carry?

About 35,018 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Nb/Sb Ml over FM 51?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 Nb/Sb Ml over FM 51?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.