US Bridges

IH 35 Nbfr over Elizabeth Creek

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.9 MI S of SH 114 · Structure no. 180610008113328

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
794 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
30,109
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Nbfr over Elizabeth Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Nbfr over Elizabeth Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 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 30,109 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,155 by 2037. The structure is 794 ft (242 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35 Nbfr
CrossesElizabeth Creek
Location0.9 MI S of SH 114
RouteInterstate 35
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.01564, -97.28148
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length794 ft (242 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.2 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,109 (2017)
Projected traffic42,155 by 2037
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 Nbfr over Elizabeth Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 Nbfr over Elizabeth Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 Nbfr over Elizabeth Creek carry?

About 30,109 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Nbfr over Elizabeth Creek?

The structure is 794 ft (242 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 Nbfr over Elizabeth Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.