US Bridges

On Ramp to IH 820E over Little Fossil Creek

FairClosed to traffic

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.1 MI W of Mark IV Pkwy · Structure no. 022200000814186

Built
1967
58 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,659
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

On Ramp to IH 820E over Little Fossil Creek is a concrete culvert carrying On Ramp to IH 820E over Little Fossil Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 58 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 4,659 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,523 by 2040. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesOn Ramp to IH 820E
CrossesLittle Fossil Creek
Location0.1 MI W of Mark IV Pkwy
RouteInterstate 820
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83925, -97.31856
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,659 (2019)
Projected traffic6,523 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was On Ramp to IH 820E over Little Fossil Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is On Ramp to IH 820E over Little Fossil Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does On Ramp to IH 820E over Little Fossil Creek carry?

About 4,659 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is On Ramp to IH 820E over Little Fossil Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns On Ramp to IH 820E over Little Fossil Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.