IH 35E over Prairie Creek
GoodDenton County, Texas · 1.90 MI NW of SH 121 · Structure no. 180610019602053
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 95 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 114,891
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35E over Prairie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35E over Prairie Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 72 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 114,891 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 178,630 by 2033. The structure is 95 ft (28.9 m) long and 280 ft wide.
Location
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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 Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is IH 35E over Prairie Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does IH 35E over Prairie Creek carry?
About 114,891 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is IH 35E over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 95 ft (28.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 280 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35E over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.