US Bridges

FM 1446 (cantrell) over IH 35E

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 2.1 MI S of US 287 Bus · Structure no. 180710004804141

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
170 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,873
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1446 (cantrell) over IH 35E is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1446 (cantrell) over IH 35E in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 2,873 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,440 by 2033. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 1446 (cantrell)
CrossesIH 35E
Location2.1 MI S of US 287 Bus
RouteState Highway 1446
StateTexas
Coordinates32.37879, -96.8654
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,873 (2023)
Projected traffic3,440 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1446 (cantrell) over IH 35E built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1446 (cantrell) 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1446 (cantrell) over IH 35E carry?

About 2,873 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 1446 (cantrell) over IH 35E?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1446 (cantrell) over IH 35E?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.