US Bridges

IH 35 NB FR over UP RR

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.6 MI N of Brazos R · Structure no. 091610001501669

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
314 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
26,960
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 NB FR over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 NB FR over UP RR in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 26,960 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,745 by 2037. The structure is 314 ft (95.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 35 NB FR
CrossesUP RR
Location0.6 MI N of Brazos R
RouteInterstate 35
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.56562, -97.11604
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length314 ft (95.7 m)
Longest span150 ft (45.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,960 (2017)
Projected traffic37,745 by 2037
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
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 FR over UP RR built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 NB FR over UP RR 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 NB FR over UP RR carry?

About 26,960 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 NB FR over UP RR?

The structure is 314 ft (95.7 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 NB FR over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.