US Bridges

CR 285 over IH 35W

Fair

Johnson County, Texas · 2.3 MI S of Renfro ST · Structure no. 021270001403236

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
272 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
69,802
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 285 over IH 35W is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 285 over IH 35W in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 69,802 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,630 by 2033. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 285
CrossesIH 35W
Location2.3 MI S of Renfro ST
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyJohnson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.51213, -97.30175
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length272 ft (82.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic69,802 (2023)
Projected traffic1,630 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$16,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 285 over IH 35W built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 285 over IH 35W 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does CR 285 over IH 35W carry?

About 69,802 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is CR 285 over IH 35W?

The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns CR 285 over IH 35W?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.