US Bridges

IH 35 Sbfr over UPRR

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of Loop 340 · Structure no. 091610001501539

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,429
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Sbfr over UPRR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Sbfr over UPRR in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 2,429 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,400 by 2037. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 35 Sbfr
CrossesUPRR
Location0.2 MI N of Loop 340
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.60764, -97.10565
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,429 (2017)
Projected traffic3,400 by 2037
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Sbfr over UPRR built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 Sbfr over UPRR 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 Sbfr over UPRR carry?

About 2,429 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Sbfr over UPRR?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 Sbfr over UPRR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.