US Bridges

IH-35/RAMP/FTG RD over Alvarado Creek

Fair

Johnson County, Texas · 1.4 MI S of US 67 · Structure no. 021270001404199

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
40,078
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH-35/RAMP/FTG RD over Alvarado Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH-35/RAMP/FTG RD over Alvarado Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 62 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 40,078 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,270 by 2040. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH-35/RAMP/FTG RD
CrossesAlvarado Creek
Location1.4 MI S of US 67
RouteInterstate 35
CountyJohnson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.39874, -97.21777
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,078 (2023)
Projected traffic35,270 by 2040
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH-35/RAMP/FTG RD over Alvarado Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is IH-35/RAMP/FTG RD over Alvarado Creek 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 IH-35/RAMP/FTG RD over Alvarado Creek carry?

About 40,078 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is IH-35/RAMP/FTG RD over Alvarado Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns IH-35/RAMP/FTG RD over Alvarado Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.