US Bridges

SH 183 over BNSF Fww & UP RR

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.2 Mi. E. of Lp 496 · Structure no. 022200009401317

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
999 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
23,008
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 183 over BNSF Fww & UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 183 over BNSF Fww & UP RR in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 23,008 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,074 by 2042. The structure is 999 ft (304.5 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 183
CrossesBNSF Fww & UP RR
Location0.2 Mi. E. of Lp 496
RouteState Highway 183
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.79514, -97.34362
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 spans6 (+3 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length999 ft (304.5 m)
Longest span127 ft (38.7 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,008 (2024)
Projected traffic36,074 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 183 over BNSF Fww & UP RR built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 183 over BNSF Fww & UP RR 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SH 183 over BNSF Fww & UP RR carry?

About 23,008 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SH 183 over BNSF Fww & UP RR?

The structure is 999 ft (304.5 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.7 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns SH 183 over BNSF Fww & UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.