SH 35 over Briar Creek
GoodMatagorda County, Texas · 0.75 MI SW of FM 1095 · Structure no. 131580017906040
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1958
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,539
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 35 over Briar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 35 over Briar Creek in Matagorda County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1958, 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 5,539 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,868 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 35 over Briar Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.
What condition is SH 35 over Briar Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SH 35 over Briar Creek carry?
About 5,539 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SH 35 over Briar Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 35 over Briar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.