US Bridges

FM 1171 over IH 35W

Good

Denton County, Texas · 2.69 MI S of FM 407 · Structure no. 180610008113115

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
305 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
314
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1171 over IH 35W is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1171 over IH 35W in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 314 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,800 by 2033. The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long and 28 ft wide.

CarriesFM 1171
CrossesIH 35W
Location2.69 MI S of FM 407
RouteState Highway 35
StateTexas
Coordinates33.06472, -97.2425
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length305 ft (93 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic314 (2022)
Projected traffic9,800 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$20,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1171 over IH 35W built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1171 over IH 35W 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1171 over IH 35W carry?

About 314 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 1171 over IH 35W?

The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1171 over IH 35W?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.