US Bridges

Hesters Xing S T/A over IH 35

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 0.01 MI S of Hesters Xing · Structure no. 142460001509473

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
332 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,720
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hesters Xing S T/A over IH 35 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hesters Xing S T/A over IH 35 in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 26,720 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,408 by 2041. The structure is 332 ft (101.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesHesters Xing S T/A
CrossesIH 35
Location0.01 MI S of Hesters Xing
RouteInterstate 35
StateTexas
Coordinates30.48848, -97.6772
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length332 ft (101.2 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,720 (2021)
Projected traffic37,408 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Hesters Xing S T/A over IH 35 built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hesters Xing S T/A over IH 35 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 Hesters Xing S T/A over IH 35 carry?

About 26,720 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Hesters Xing S T/A over IH 35?

The structure is 332 ft (101.2 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Hesters Xing S T/A over IH 35?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.