IH 35E Sbfr over Elm Fork Trinity River
FairDenton County, Texas · 0.65 MI NW of Dallas C/L · Structure no. 180610019602226
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 225 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,450
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35E Sbfr over Elm Fork Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E Sbfr over Elm Fork Trinity River in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 6,450 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,030 by 2033. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35E Sbfr over Elm Fork Trinity River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 35E Sbfr over Elm Fork Trinity River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does IH 35E Sbfr over Elm Fork Trinity River carry?
About 6,450 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is IH 35E Sbfr over Elm Fork Trinity River?
The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35E Sbfr over Elm Fork Trinity River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.