US Bridges

IH-35 S to 820 E over IH-35W/IH-820 Interchang

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.2 Mi. S. of Western Cen · Structure no. 022200001416590

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
2,512 ft
24 main spans
Daily traffic
11,100
2015 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

IH-35 S to 820 E over IH-35W/IH-820 Interchang is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH-35 S to 820 E over IH-35W/IH-820 Interchang in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 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 11,100 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,850 by 2035. The structure is 2,512 ft (765.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesIH-35 S to 820 E
CrossesIH-35W/IH-820 Interchang
Location1.2 Mi. S. of Western Cen
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83982, -97.31202
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans24
Design loadHL 93
Structure length2,512 ft (765.7 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.1 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,100 (2015)
Projected traffic15,850 by 2035
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesThird level (interchange)
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
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 S to 820 E over IH-35W/IH-820 Interchang built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH-35 S to 820 E over IH-35W/IH-820 Interchang 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does IH-35 S to 820 E over IH-35W/IH-820 Interchang carry?

About 11,100 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is IH-35 S to 820 E over IH-35W/IH-820 Interchang?

The structure is 2,512 ft (765.7 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns IH-35 S to 820 E over IH-35W/IH-820 Interchang?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.