IH 35E over Chambers Creek Relief
FairEllis County, Texas · 2.8 MI N of SH 34 · Structure no. 180710004808124
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,300 ft
- 21 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49,571
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35E over Chambers Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35E over Chambers Creek Relief in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 6 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 49,571 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,730 by 2033. The structure is 1,300 ft (396.2 m) long and 118 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35E over Chambers Creek Relief built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 35E over Chambers Creek Relief 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does IH 35E over Chambers Creek Relief carry?
About 49,571 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is IH 35E over Chambers Creek Relief?
The structure is 1,300 ft (396.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 118 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35E over Chambers Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.