IH 35 SB over FM 156 & BNSF Railroad
FairDenton County, Texas · 5.80 MI N of US 380 · Structure no. 180610019502074
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 320 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 37,096
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 SB over FM 156 & BNSF Railroad is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 SB over FM 156 & BNSF Railroad in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 67 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 37,096 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,540 by 2033. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 40 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35 SB over FM 156 & BNSF Railroad built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is IH 35 SB over FM 156 & BNSF Railroad 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does IH 35 SB over FM 156 & BNSF Railroad carry?
About 37,096 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 SB over FM 156 & BNSF Railroad?
The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35 SB over FM 156 & BNSF Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.