IH 35 NB over FM 462
FairFrio County, Texas · 3.60 MI NE of US 57 · Structure no. 150830001706217
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 130 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,080
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 NB over FM 462 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 NB over FM 462 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 15,080 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,110 by 2033. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35 NB over FM 462 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 35 NB over FM 462 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 NB over FM 462 carry?
About 15,080 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 NB over FM 462?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35 NB over FM 462?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.