US Bridges

IH 35 Sbfr over North Cow Bayou

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 5.3 MI N of Falls C/L · Structure no. 091610001501619

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
235 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,630
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Sbfr over North Cow Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Sbfr over North Cow Bayou in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 2,630 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,680 by 2033. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIH 35 Sbfr
CrossesNorth Cow Bayou
Location5.3 MI N of Falls C/L
RouteState Highway 35
StateTexas
Coordinates31.36974, -97.21638
Functional classRural Major 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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length235 ft (71.6 m)
Longest span89 ft (27.1 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,630 (2013)
Projected traffic3,680 by 2033
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 IH 35 Sbfr over North Cow Bayou built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 Sbfr over North Cow Bayou 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 Sbfr over North Cow Bayou carry?

About 2,630 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Sbfr over North Cow Bayou?

The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 Sbfr over North Cow Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.