US Bridges

IH 35 E over South Grove Creek

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 1.89 MI NE of US 287 · Structure no. 180710004804523

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
38,581
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 E over South Grove Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 E over South Grove Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 38,581 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,615 by 2037. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 142 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35 E
CrossesSouth Grove Creek
Location1.89 MI NE of US 287
RouteInterstate 35
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.45012, -96.84708
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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width142 ft (43.3 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,581 (2017)
Projected traffic48,615 by 2037
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 E over South Grove Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 E over South Grove Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 E over South Grove Creek carry?

About 38,581 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 E over South Grove Creek?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 142 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 E over South Grove Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.