US Bridges

IH 30 over Trib of Marys Creek

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.8 MI SW of FM 2871 · Structure no. 022200106801124

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
60,248
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 30 over Trib of Marys Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 30 over Trib of Marys Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 60,248 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 72,500 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 30
CrossesTrib of Marys Creek
Location0.8 MI SW of FM 2871
RouteInterstate 30
StateTexas
Coordinates32.72713, -97.50856
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionAugust 2023
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 adequacy8: Equal 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 spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60,248 (2020)
Projected traffic72,500 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 30 over Trib of Marys Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 30 over Trib of Marys Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does IH 30 over Trib of Marys Creek carry?

About 60,248 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is IH 30 over Trib of Marys Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns IH 30 over Trib of Marys Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.