Bus IH 35 over Alvarado Creek
FairJohnson County, Texas · 1.1 MI S of US 67 · Structure no. 021270001413053
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,325
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus IH 35 over Alvarado Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bus IH 35 over Alvarado Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 5 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 4,325 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,900 by 2040. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 48 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bus IH 35 over Alvarado Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bus IH 35 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 Bus IH 35 over Alvarado Creek carry?
About 4,325 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Bus IH 35 over Alvarado Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Bus IH 35 over Alvarado Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.