US Bridges

IH 35 Nbml over CR 4201 (beever Rd)

Fair

Frio County, Texas · 5.2 MI N of FM 1583 · Structure no. 150830001707263

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,379
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Nbml over CR 4201 (beever Rd) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Nbml over CR 4201 (beever Rd) in Frio County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 15,379 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,130 by 2033. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35 Nbml
CrossesCR 4201 (beever Rd)
Location5.2 MI N of FM 1583
RouteInterstate 35
CountyFrio County
StateTexas
Coordinates28.84192, -99.11195
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,379 (2019)
Projected traffic19,130 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 Nbml over CR 4201 (beever Rd) built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 Nbml over CR 4201 (beever Rd) 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 CR 4201 (beever Rd) carry?

About 15,379 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Nbml over CR 4201 (beever Rd)?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 Nbml over CR 4201 (beever Rd)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.