IH 35 over Drainage Ditch
GoodFrio County, Texas · At Medina C/L · Structure no. 150830001706069
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,534
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Drainage Ditch in Frio County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 85 years old, older 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 27,534 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,830 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is IH 35 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does IH 35 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 27,534 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns IH 35 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.