US Bridges

SH 10 over Sulphur Branch

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 3.0 MI SW of FM-157 · Structure no. 022200009402112

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
86 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
17,174
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 10 over Sulphur Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 10 over Sulphur Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 17,174 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,310 by 2033. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSH 10
CrossesSulphur Branch
Location3.0 MI SW of FM-157
RouteState Highway 10
StateTexas
Coordinates32.81135, -97.14909
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length86 ft (26.2 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 traffic17,174 (2023)
Projected traffic34,310 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 10 over Sulphur Branch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 10 over Sulphur Branch 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SH 10 over Sulphur Branch carry?

About 17,174 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SH 10 over Sulphur Branch?

The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 10 over Sulphur Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.