US Bridges

Ganaway ST/SP394 over IH 35E

Fair

Ellis County, Texas · 1.3 MI S of FM 66 · Structure no. 180710004804143

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
170 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,758
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ganaway ST/SP394 over IH 35E is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ganaway ST/SP394 over IH 35E in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 7,758 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,000 by 2031. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesGanaway ST/SP394
CrossesIH 35E
Location1.3 MI S of FM 66
RouteState Highway 394
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.35737, -96.85476
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,758 (2023)
Projected traffic6,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
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 Ganaway ST/SP394 over IH 35E built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ganaway ST/SP394 over IH 35E in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Ganaway ST/SP394 over IH 35E carry?

About 7,758 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ganaway ST/SP394 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 46 ft wide.

Who owns Ganaway ST/SP394 over IH 35E?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.