US Bridges

IH 35 NB over Mlk Blvd Entrance Ramp

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.23 MI N of Brazos Ri · Structure no. 091610001501734

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
106 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,000
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 NB over Mlk Blvd Entrance Ramp is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 NB over Mlk Blvd Entrance Ramp in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 15,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 28 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIH 35 NB
CrossesMlk Blvd Entrance Ramp
Location0.23 MI N of Brazos Ri
RouteInterstate 35
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.56037, -97.11741
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
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
Design loadHL 93
Structure length106 ft (32.3 m)
Longest span106 ft (32.3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,000 (2019)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks—
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed—
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 Mlk Blvd Entrance Ramp built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 NB over Mlk Blvd Entrance Ramp 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 over Mlk Blvd Entrance Ramp carry?

About 15,000 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is IH 35 NB over Mlk Blvd Entrance Ramp?

The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 NB over Mlk Blvd Entrance Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.