US Bridges

IH 35E Ml over Drainage Ditch

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of FM 329 · Structure no. 180710004808494

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
49,571
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E Ml over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35E Ml over Drainage Ditch 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 49,571 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,300 by 2028. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 35E Ml
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.10 MI S of FM 329
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates32.26913, -96.87102
Functional classRural 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49,571 (2023)
Projected traffic49,300 by 2028
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-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 35E Ml over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35E Ml over Drainage Ditch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does IH 35E Ml over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 49,571 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E Ml over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns IH 35E Ml over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.