US Bridges

FM 718 over Moss Branch

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 2.95 MI NW of Bus 287 · Structure no. 022200109802004

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,127
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 718 over Moss Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 718 over Moss Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 86 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 9,127 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,054 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 718
CrossesMoss Branch
Location2.95 MI NW of Bus 287
RouteState Highway 718
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.99111, -97.46337
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,127 (2023)
Projected traffic12,054 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 718 over Moss Branch built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is FM 718 over Moss Branch 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 718 over Moss Branch carry?

About 9,127 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 718 over Moss Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns FM 718 over Moss Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.