US Bridges

Hesters Crossing over IH 35

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 0.5 MI N of SH 45 · Structure no. 142460001509523

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
332 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,157
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hesters Crossing over IH 35 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hesters Crossing over IH 35 in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 13,157 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,420 by 2041. The structure is 332 ft (101.2 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHesters Crossing
CrossesIH 35
Location0.5 MI N of SH 45
RouteState Highway 35
CountyWilliamson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.48859, -97.67723
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length332 ft (101.2 m)
Longest span129 ft (39.3 m)
Deck width102 ft (31.1 m)
Roadway width87 ft (26.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,157 (2020)
Projected traffic18,420 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 Hesters Crossing over IH 35 built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hesters Crossing 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 Crossing over IH 35 carry?

About 13,157 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Hesters Crossing over IH 35?

The structure is 332 ft (101.2 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.

Who owns Hesters Crossing over IH 35?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.