US Bridges

IH 35E Express Lns over FM 407

Good

Denton County, Texas · 6.3 MI NW of Sam Rayburn · Structure no. 180610019602449

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
398 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
116,366
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E Express Lns over FM 407 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E Express Lns over FM 407 in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 116,366 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 162,910 by 2037. The structure is 398 ft (121.3 m) long and 80 ft wide.

CarriesIH 35E Express Lns
CrossesFM 407
Location6.3 MI NW of Sam Rayburn
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates33.07155, -97.01977
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: 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, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length398 ft (121.3 m)
Longest span146 ft (44.5 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.5 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic116,366 (2017)
Projected traffic162,910 by 2037
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35E Express Lns over FM 407 built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35E Express Lns over FM 407 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35E Express Lns over FM 407 carry?

About 116,366 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E Express Lns over FM 407?

The structure is 398 ft (121.3 m) long with a longest span of 146 ft (44.5 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35E Express Lns over FM 407?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).