IH 35 SB over Black Creek
FairFrio County, Texas · 2.10 MI NE of FM 462 · Structure no. 150830001706214
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 243 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,863
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 SB over Black Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 SB over Black Creek in Frio County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 15,863 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,910 by 2033. The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35 SB over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 35 SB over Black Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does IH 35 SB over Black Creek carry?
About 15,863 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 SB over Black Creek?
The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35 SB over Black Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.