US Bridges

IH 35E Sbfr U-Turn over IH 35E

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Denton County, Texas · IH 35E/SH 121 Interchange · Structure no. 180610019602437

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
224 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,000
2008 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E Sbfr U-Turn over IH 35E is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E Sbfr U-Turn over IH 35E 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 4,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,500 by 2028. The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35E Sbfr U-Turn
CrossesIH 35E
LocationIH 35E/SH 121 Interchange
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.99986, -96.96009
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length224 ft (68.3 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,000 (2008)
Projected traffic5,500 by 2028
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$14,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35E Sbfr U-Turn over IH 35E built?

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

What condition is IH 35E Sbfr U-Turn over IH 35E 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 U-Turn over IH 35E carry?

About 4,000 vehicles per day (2008 count).

How long is IH 35E Sbfr U-Turn over IH 35E?

The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35E Sbfr U-Turn over IH 35E?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.