US Bridges

IH 35 over Br of Alligator Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.2 MI S of Hill C/L · Structure no. 091610001408529

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
57,810
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 over Br of Alligator Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 35 over Br of Alligator Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 57,810 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 94,000 by 2037. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesIH 35
CrossesBr of Alligator Creek
Location0.2 MI S of Hill C/L
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.83482, -97.09171
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57,810 (2020)
Projected traffic94,000 by 2037
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure14
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 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 IH 35 over Br of Alligator Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 over Br of Alligator Creek 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 over Br of Alligator Creek carry?

About 57,810 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 over Br of Alligator Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns IH 35 over Br of Alligator Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.