US Bridges

IH 35E Sbml over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.30 MI SE of SH 121 · Structure no. 180610019602307

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
84,023
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E Sbml over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E Sbml over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3 in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 84,023 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 107,150 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 121 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 35E Sbml
CrossesElm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3
Location0.30 MI SE of SH 121
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates32.99564, -96.95192
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width121 ft (36.9 m)
Roadway width110 ft (33.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic84,023 (2023)
Projected traffic107,150 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35E Sbml over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3 built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35E Sbml over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3 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 Sbml over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3 carry?

About 84,023 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E Sbml over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 121 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35E Sbml over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.