SH 35 NB over Tres Palacios River
GoodMatagorda County, Texas · 0.30 MI E of SH 71 · Structure no. 131580017906065
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 402 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,703
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 35 NB over Tres Palacios River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 35 NB over Tres Palacios River in Matagorda County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,703 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,297 by 2042. The structure is 402 ft (122.5 m) long and 31 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 35 NB over Tres Palacios River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 35 NB over Tres Palacios River 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 NB over Tres Palacios River carry?
About 2,703 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SH 35 NB over Tres Palacios River?
The structure is 402 ft (122.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns SH 35 NB over Tres Palacios River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.