US Bridges

IH 35W over Trib to Mid Fk Chmbrs Ck

Fair

Johnson County, Texas · 1.3 MI N of FM 2258 · Structure no. 021270001404278

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
43,938
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35W over Trib to Mid Fk Chmbrs Ck is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35W over Trib to Mid Fk Chmbrs Ck in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 43,938 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,970 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 35W
CrossesTrib to Mid Fk Chmbrs Ck
Location1.3 MI N of FM 2258
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates32.31857, -97.18497
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,938 (2023)
Projected traffic37,970 by 2040
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure4
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 35W over Trib to Mid Fk Chmbrs Ck built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35W over Trib to Mid Fk Chmbrs Ck 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 35W over Trib to Mid Fk Chmbrs Ck carry?

About 43,938 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is IH 35W over Trib to Mid Fk Chmbrs Ck?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns IH 35W over Trib to Mid Fk Chmbrs Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.