US Bridges

IH 35 SB Ml over SH 132 & UP RR

Fair

Medina County, Texas · 2.84 MI NE of Frio C/L · Structure no. 151630001705234

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
375 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33,903
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 SB Ml over SH 132 & UP RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 SB Ml over SH 132 & UP RR in Medina County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 33,903 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,396 by 2042. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIH 35 SB Ml
CrossesSH 132 & UP RR
Location2.84 MI NE of Frio C/L
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates29.11763, -98.91978
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length375 ft (114.3 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,903 (2023)
Projected traffic43,396 by 2042
Trucks50%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 SB Ml over SH 132 & UP RR built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 SB Ml over SH 132 & UP RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does IH 35 SB Ml over SH 132 & UP RR carry?

About 33,903 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 SB Ml over SH 132 & UP RR?

The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 SB Ml over SH 132 & UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.