US Bridges

SH 121 Toll Sbml over IH35E L Vista DR Timb CR

Good

Denton County, Texas · IH35E/SH121 Interchange · Structure no. 180610019602372

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
3,778 ft
31 main spans
Daily traffic
62,000
2013 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

SH 121 Toll Sbml over IH35E L Vista DR Timb CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 121 Toll Sbml over IH35E L Vista DR Timb CR 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 62,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 80,000 by 2033. The structure is 3,778 ft (1,151.5 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 121 Toll Sbml
CrossesIH35E L Vista DR Timb CR
LocationIH35E/SH121 Interchange
StateTexas
Coordinates32.99534, -96.96502
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 spans31 (+5 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length3,778 ft (1,151.5 m)
Longest span132 ft (40.2 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck22 ft (6.7 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic62,000 (2013)
Projected traffic80,000 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
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 SH 121 Toll Sbml over IH35E L Vista DR Timb CR built?

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

What condition is SH 121 Toll Sbml over IH35E L Vista DR Timb CR 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 SH 121 Toll Sbml over IH35E L Vista DR Timb CR carry?

About 62,000 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SH 121 Toll Sbml over IH35E L Vista DR Timb CR?

The structure is 3,778 ft (1,151.5 m) long with a longest span of 132 ft (40.2 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns SH 121 Toll Sbml over IH35E L Vista DR Timb CR?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.