IH 35E over Drainage Ditch
GoodDenton County, Texas · 0.40 MI NW of FM 2181 · Structure no. 180610019601277
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 86,898
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35E over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35E over Drainage Ditch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 75 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 86,898 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 163,050 by 2033. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35E over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is IH 35E over Drainage Ditch 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 35E over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 86,898 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is IH 35E over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 35E over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.