IH 35 over FM 487
FairWilliamson County, Texas · 7.40 MI N of FM 972 · Structure no. 142460001508220
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 81,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 35 over FM 487 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 over FM 487 in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 61 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 5 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 81,000 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 113,400 by 2041. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 114 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 35 over FM 487 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is IH 35 over FM 487 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does IH 35 over FM 487 carry?
About 81,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is IH 35 over FM 487?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.
Who owns IH 35 over FM 487?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.