IH 35 over 1st Elm Creek Branch
GoodLa Salle County, Texas · 4.6 MI N of FM 133 · Structure no. 221420001801044
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,982
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 over 1st Elm Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over 1st Elm Creek Branch in La Salle County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 70 years old, older 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 18,982 vehicles a day, roughly 56% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,900 by 2036. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35 over 1st Elm Creek Branch built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is IH 35 over 1st Elm Creek Branch 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does IH 35 over 1st Elm Creek Branch carry?
About 18,982 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 56% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 over 1st Elm Creek Branch?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns IH 35 over 1st Elm Creek Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.