IH 35E Ml & FR over South Bear Creek
FairDallas County, Texas · 5.8 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 180570044202003
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,572
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35E Ml & FR over South Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35E Ml & FR over South Bear Creek in Dallas County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 84 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 5,572 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 196,367 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35E Ml & FR over South Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is IH 35E Ml & FR over South Bear Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does IH 35E Ml & FR over South Bear Creek carry?
About 5,572 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is IH 35E Ml & FR over South Bear Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns IH 35E Ml & FR over South Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.