US Bridges

SH 121 Sbl over Handley Ederville RD

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · SH121 Handley Ederville · Structure no. 022200036303024

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
158 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
48,155
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 121 Sbl over Handley Ederville RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 121 Sbl over Handley Ederville RD in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1967, 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 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 48,155 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,620 by 2033. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 54 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesSH 121 Sbl
CrossesHandley Ederville RD
LocationSH121 Handley Ederville
RouteState Highway 121
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.80132, -97.22121
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionMay 2024
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, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length158 ft (48.2 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.4 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,155 (2019)
Projected traffic52,620 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 121 Sbl over Handley Ederville RD built?

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

What condition is SH 121 Sbl over Handley Ederville RD 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SH 121 Sbl over Handley Ederville RD carry?

About 48,155 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 121 Sbl over Handley Ederville RD?

The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns SH 121 Sbl over Handley Ederville RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.