IH 35 Nbfr over Bunton Branch
GoodHays County, Texas · 2.2 MI N of RM 150 · Structure no. 141060001602029
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 143 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,143
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 Nbfr over Bunton Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying IH 35 Nbfr over Bunton Branch in Hays County, Texas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 13,143 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,400 by 2042. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Nbfr over Bunton Branch built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 35 Nbfr over Bunton Branch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does IH 35 Nbfr over Bunton Branch carry?
About 13,143 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 Nbfr over Bunton Branch?
The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35 Nbfr over Bunton Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.