US Bridges

IH 35 NB over FM 2417

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 2.6 MI N of Lp 340 · Structure no. 091610001501469

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
260 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
778,093
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 NB over FM 2417 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 NB over FM 2417 in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 778,093 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 109,330 by 2037. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 35 NB
CrossesFM 2417
Location2.6 MI N of Lp 340
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.6394, -97.09617
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length260 ft (79.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.6 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic778,093 (2017)
Projected traffic109,330 by 2037
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 NB over FM 2417 built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 NB over FM 2417 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 NB over FM 2417 carry?

About 778,093 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 NB over FM 2417?

The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 NB over FM 2417?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.