US Bridges

FM 2035 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Taylor County, Texas · 3.05 MI E of Nolan C/L · Structure no. 082210299702002

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
143
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2035 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2035 over Drainage Ditch in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 143 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 2035
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location3.05 MI E of Nolan C/L
RouteState Highway 2035
StateTexas
Coordinates32.39166, -100.10603
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic143 (2020)
Projected traffic240 by 2033
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2035 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2035 over Drainage Ditch 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 FM 2035 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 143 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is FM 2035 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2035 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.