US Bridges

FM 718 over Trib of Indian Creek

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.1 MI W of Bus 287 · Structure no. 022200109802006

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,641
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 718 over Trib of Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 718 over Trib of Indian Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 6,641 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,590 by 2035. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 718
CrossesTrib of Indian Creek
Location0.1 MI W of Bus 287
RouteState Highway 718
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.96817, -97.42251
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span4 ft (1.2 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,641 (2018)
Projected traffic4,590 by 2035
Trucks26%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 718 over Trib of Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 718 over Trib of Indian 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 718 over Trib of Indian Creek carry?

About 6,641 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is FM 718 over Trib of Indian Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns FM 718 over Trib of Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.