US Bridges

IH 35 Nbfr over Dry Berry Creek

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 0.20 MI N of SH 195 · Structure no. 142460001508488

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
375 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,434
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 35 Nbfr over Dry Berry Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 35 Nbfr over Dry Berry Creek in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 4,434 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,321 by 2039. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 35 Nbfr
CrossesDry Berry Creek
Location0.20 MI N of SH 195
RouteState Highway 35
StateTexas
Coordinates30.70474, -97.65016
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length375 ft (114.3 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,434 (2019)
Projected traffic5,321 by 2039
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 35 Nbfr over Dry Berry Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 35 Nbfr over Dry Berry Creek 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does IH 35 Nbfr over Dry Berry Creek carry?

About 4,434 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is IH 35 Nbfr over Dry Berry Creek?

The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns IH 35 Nbfr over Dry Berry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.