SH 35 SB over West Canal
GoodMatagorda County, Texas · 2.65 MI W of SH 60 · Structure no. 131580017906039
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,530
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 35 SB over West Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SH 35 SB over West Canal in Matagorda County, Texas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older 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 4,530 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,350 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 35 SB over West Canal built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 35 SB over West Canal 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does SH 35 SB over West Canal carry?
About 4,530 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SH 35 SB over West Canal?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns SH 35 SB over West Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.