US Bridges

FM 1858 over IH 35

Fair

McLennan County, Texas · 3.8 MI N. of FM 3149 · Structure no. 091610001408520

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
248 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,485
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1858 over IH 35 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1858 over IH 35 in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger 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 2,485 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,480 by 2037. The structure is 248 ft (75.6 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1858
CrossesIH 35
Location3.8 MI N. of FM 3149
RouteState Highway 1858
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.78765, -97.10304
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length248 ft (75.6 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width75 ft (23 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,485 (2017)
Projected traffic3,480 by 2037
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1858 over IH 35 built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1858 over IH 35 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1858 over IH 35 carry?

About 2,485 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is FM 1858 over IH 35?

The structure is 248 ft (75.6 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1858 over IH 35?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.