IH 35 Ml over Drainage Ditch
FairDenton County, Texas · 2.45 MI N of US 380 · Structure no. 180610019502034
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 74,206
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 Ml over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 Ml over Drainage Ditch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 69 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 74,206 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 76,800 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 197 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 35 Ml over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is IH 35 Ml over Drainage Ditch 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does IH 35 Ml over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 74,206 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 Ml over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 197 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35 Ml over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.