IH 35E
IH 35E in 1.6 Miles NW Of Fm 2181, Denton County, Texas received a condition grade of F (0/100). Built in 2023, the bridge carries 123K vehicles daily on IH 35E over Lynchburg Creek. It is classified as structurally deficient.
IH 35E carries an F on the BridgeSafety Condition Score with 0/100 — the bottom tier of the FHWA NBI distribution. Component ratings flag the structure for near-term rehabilitation or replacement; the bridge may remain open to traffic but is on the priority list for action.
The bridge was built in 2023 and is 3 years old — relatively young against the U.S. bridge stock. Modern bridges built to current FHWA standards generally outperform older structures on condition ratings. IH 35E carries an average daily traffic count of 122,666 vehicles, with 14 lane(s) crossing Lynchburg Creek. The owning agency is State Highway Agency; bridge inspection records flow into the federal NBI database annually.
Component Ratings
The riding surface, evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear
Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck
Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck
Bridge Details
About This Bridge
IH 35E is a 3-year-old bridge located 1.6 Miles NW Of Fm 2181 in Denton County, Texas. The bridge carries IH 35E over Lynchburg Creek with 14 traffic lanes, handling approximately 123K vehicles per day. Built in 2023, the structure spans 14 meters.
The bridge received a Condition Grade of F (0/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 0/9 (serious), superstructure 0/9 (serious), and substructure 0/9 (serious). The bridge is classified as structurally deficient, meaning at least one major component is rated 4 or below, this signals a need for repair or replacement but does not necessarily indicate an immediate safety hazard.
This bridge is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
IH 35E has a Condition Score of 0/100 (Grade F). Its deck is rated 0/9, superstructure 0/9, and substructure 0/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is classified as structurally deficient.
IH 35E was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.
IH 35E carries approximately 123K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 14 traffic lanes. It is 14 meters long and located on IH 35E in 1.6 Miles NW Of Fm 2181, Denton County, Texas.
Yes, IH 35E is classified as structurally deficient because at least one of its primary components (deck, superstructure, or substructure) is rated 4 or below on the 0-9 NBI scale. This does not necessarily mean it is unsafe, but it requires significant repair or replacement.
IH 35E is located 1.6 Miles NW Of Fm 2181 in Denton County, Texas. The bridge carries IH 35E over Lynchburg Creek. Its coordinates are 33.148192, -97.057286. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.
IH 35E carries IH 35E over Lynchburg Creek. The bridge is 14 meters long and was built in 2023.
Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.
Source: FHWA National Bridge Inventory, 2026.