US Bridges

Bu 287/ROSEDALE over Trib Sycamore Creek

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.3 MI W of Loop 496 · Structure no. 022200017201072

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
73 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,440
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bu 287/ROSEDALE over Trib Sycamore Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bu 287/ROSEDALE over Trib Sycamore Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 90 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.

It carries about 8,440 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,820 by 2033. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long.

CarriesBu 287/ROSEDALE
CrossesTrib Sycamore Creek
Location0.3 MI W of Loop 496
RouteState Highway 287
StateTexas
Coordinates32.73172, -97.30905
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length73 ft (22.3 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,440 (2013)
Projected traffic11,820 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Bu 287/ROSEDALE over Trib Sycamore Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is Bu 287/ROSEDALE over Trib Sycamore 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Bu 287/ROSEDALE over Trib Sycamore Creek carry?

About 8,440 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Bu 287/ROSEDALE over Trib Sycamore Creek?

The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns Bu 287/ROSEDALE over Trib Sycamore Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.