US Bridges

Jim Christal RD over Trib of Dry Fork Crk

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.30 MI W of Western Bl · Structure no. 180610B04310006

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,011
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jim Christal RD over Trib of Dry Fork Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Jim Christal RD over Trib of Dry Fork Crk in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 1,011 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesJim Christal RD
CrossesTrib of Dry Fork Crk
Location0.30 MI W of Western Bl
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.21935, -97.19074
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,011 (2013)
Projected traffic1,200 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Jim Christal RD over Trib of Dry Fork Crk built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jim Christal RD over Trib of Dry Fork Crk 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Jim Christal RD over Trib of Dry Fork Crk carry?

About 1,011 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Jim Christal RD over Trib of Dry Fork Crk?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Jim Christal RD over Trib of Dry Fork Crk?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.