US Bridges

IH 35E Ml over Mayhill RD

Good

Denton County, Texas · 4.20 MI NW of FM 2181 · Structure no. 180610019601468

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 2015
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
115 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
39,990
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E Ml over Mayhill RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E Ml over Mayhill RD in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 65 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 39,990 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,990 by 2033. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 116 ft wide.

CarriesIH 35E Ml
CrossesMayhill RD
Location4.20 MI NW of FM 2181
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates33.17342, -97.08988
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width116 ft (35.4 m)
Roadway width112 ft (34.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,990 (2013)
Projected traffic55,990 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$10,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35E Ml over Mayhill RD built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.

What condition is IH 35E Ml over Mayhill RD 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35E Ml over Mayhill RD carry?

About 39,990 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E Ml over Mayhill RD?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 116 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35E Ml over Mayhill RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.