US Bridges

IH 35E Sbfr over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.30 MI SE of SH 121 · Structure no. 180610019602312

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
414 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,450
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E Sbfr over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E Sbfr 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 6,450 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,030 by 2033. The structure is 414 ft (126.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 35E Sbfr
CrossesElm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3
Location0.30 MI SE of SH 121
StateTexas
Coordinates32.99556, -96.95284
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length414 ft (126.2 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,450 (2013)
Projected traffic9,030 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Sbfr 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 Sbfr 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 Sbfr over Elm Fk Trinity Riv Rel 3 carry?

About 6,450 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

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

The structure is 414 ft (126.2 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.