IH 35 Nbml over Frio River
FairFrio County, Texas · 2.20 MI SW of FM 1583 · Structure no. 150830001707058
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 2,095 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,847
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 Nbml over Frio River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Nbml over Frio River in Frio County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 87 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 12,847 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,730 by 2033. The structure is 2,095 ft (638.6 m) long and 42 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35 Nbml over Frio River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is IH 35 Nbml over Frio River 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 Nbml over Frio River carry?
About 12,847 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 Nbml over Frio River?
The structure is 2,095 ft (638.6 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35 Nbml over Frio River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.