US Bridges

IH 35E Ml & FR over Cedar Springs Branch

Fair

Dallas County, Texas · 1.5 MI NW of Spur 366 · Structure no. 180570019603087

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1975
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
79 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
194,462
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E Ml & FR over Cedar Springs Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35E Ml & FR over Cedar Springs Branch in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 68 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 194,462 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 299,380 by 2033. The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 35E Ml & FR
CrossesCedar Springs Branch
Location1.5 MI NW of Spur 366
RouteInterstate 35
CountyDallas County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.80023, -96.82203
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length79 ft (24.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic194,462 (2020)
Projected traffic299,380 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure16
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35E Ml & FR over Cedar Springs Branch built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.

What condition is IH 35E Ml & FR over Cedar Springs Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does IH 35E Ml & FR over Cedar Springs Branch carry?

About 194,462 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E Ml & FR over Cedar Springs Branch?

The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns IH 35E Ml & FR over Cedar Springs Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.