IH 35 Ml over Blanco River
FairHays County, Texas · 1.6 MI N of Lp 82 · Structure no. 141060001602201
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 746 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 127,801
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 Ml over Blanco River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Ml over Blanco River in Hays County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1993, 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 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 127,801 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 224,930 by 2042. The structure is 746 ft (227.4 m) long and 117 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Ml over Blanco River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is IH 35 Ml over Blanco 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does IH 35 Ml over Blanco River carry?
About 127,801 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 Ml over Blanco River?
The structure is 746 ft (227.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35 Ml over Blanco River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.