SH 35 NB over Colorado River

Poor Condition65 years old7,234 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyMatagorda
Location1.70 Mi W Of SH 60
CarriesSH 35 NB
CrossesColorado River
Coordinates28.98408, -95.99989

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway4 (Poor)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length1036.1 ft (315.8 m)
Max Span140.1 ft (42.7 m)
Deck Width41.7 ft (12.7 m)
Deck Area4010.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1961 (reconstructed 2007)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,234 (2023)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number131580017904059

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