US Bridges

IH 35E over Prince Branch

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.3 MI SW of US 287 · Structure no. 180710004804036

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
49,891
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E over Prince Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35E over Prince Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 68 years old, older 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 49,891 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,000 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesIH 35E
CrossesPrince Branch
Location0.3 MI SW of US 287
RouteInterstate 35
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.42231, -96.86569
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,891 (2020)
Projected traffic59,000 by 2033
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35E over Prince Branch built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is IH 35E over Prince Branch 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35E over Prince Branch carry?

About 49,891 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E over Prince Branch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 35E over Prince Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.