IH 35 Sbml over Clear Creek Relief
FairDenton County, Texas · 2.40 MI S of FM 455 · Structure no. 180610019502056
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 212 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,220
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 Sbml over Clear Creek Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Sbml over Clear Creek Relief in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1989, 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 5 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 36,220 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,840 by 2033. The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35 Sbml over Clear Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is IH 35 Sbml over Clear Creek Relief 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IH 35 Sbml over Clear Creek Relief carry?
About 36,220 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 Sbml over Clear Creek Relief?
The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35 Sbml over Clear Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.