US Bridges

IH 35E over Br of White Rock Creek

Good

Hill County, Texas · 1.26 MI NE of FM 2959 · Structure no. 091100004809529

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35,410
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35E over Br of White Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35E over Br of White Rock Creek in Hill County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger 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 35,410 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,250 by 2050. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 296 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesIH 35E
CrossesBr of White Rock Creek
Location1.26 MI NE of FM 2959
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates32.0877, -97.03659
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width296 ft (90.2 m)
Roadway width120 ft (36.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,410 (2021)
Projected traffic56,250 by 2050
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35E over Br of White Rock Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35E over Br of White Rock Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35E over Br of White Rock Creek carry?

About 35,410 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is IH 35E over Br of White Rock Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 296 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35E over Br of White Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.