US Bridges

SH 183 over Trib of Trinity River

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.6 MI N of SH-10 · Structure no. 022200036405032

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,560
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 183 over Trib of Trinity River is a concrete culvert carrying SH 183 over Trib of Trinity River in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,560 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,190 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.

CarriesSH 183
CrossesTrib of Trinity River
Location0.6 MI N of SH-10
RouteState Highway 183
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83766, -97.09989
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic1,560 (2013)
Projected traffic2,190 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
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 SH 183 over Trib of Trinity River built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 183 over Trib of Trinity River 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 SH 183 over Trib of Trinity River carry?

About 1,560 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 183 over Trib of Trinity River?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 183 over Trib of Trinity River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Local Toll Authority.