US Bridges

SH 183 over Trib W Fk Trinity River

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.3 MI W of FM-157 · Structure no. 022200036405044

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
93,811
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 183 over Trib W Fk Trinity River is a concrete culvert carrying SH 183 over Trib W Fk Trinity River in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 2013, 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 93,811 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 161,100 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesSH 183
CrossesTrib W Fk Trinity River
Location1.3 MI W of FM-157
RouteState Highway 183
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83767, -97.12305
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic93,811 (2020)
Projected traffic161,100 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure19
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 W Fk Trinity River built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is SH 183 over Trib W Fk 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 W Fk Trinity River carry?

About 93,811 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SH 183 over Trib W Fk Trinity River?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SH 183 over Trib W Fk Trinity River?

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