US Bridges

IH-35E SB C-D over Elm Fork Overflow

Good

Denton County, Texas · 1.1 Mi. Se. of SH 121 · Structure no. 180610019602490

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
318 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
57,800
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH-35E SB C-D over Elm Fork Overflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH-35E SB C-D over Elm Fork Overflow 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 57,800 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 80,600 by 2030. The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH-35E SB C-D
CrossesElm Fork Overflow
Location1.1 Mi. Se. of SH 121
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates32.99095, -96.94362
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length318 ft (96.9 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57,800 (2010)
Projected traffic80,600 by 2030
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH-35E SB C-D over Elm Fork Overflow built?

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

What condition is IH-35E SB C-D over Elm Fork Overflow 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does IH-35E SB C-D over Elm Fork Overflow carry?

About 57,800 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is IH-35E SB C-D over Elm Fork Overflow?

The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns IH-35E SB C-D over Elm Fork Overflow?

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