US Bridges

FM 1187 over Trib Rock Creek

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 200 Ft West of FM 1902 · Structure no. 022200133001011

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
10,640
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1187 over Trib Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1187 over Trib Rock Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 10,640 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,580 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesFM 1187
CrossesTrib Rock Creek
Location200 Ft West of FM 1902
RouteState Highway 1187
StateTexas
Coordinates32.56667, -97.42942
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width52 ft (16 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,640 (2024)
Projected traffic11,580 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 1187 over Trib Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1187 over Trib Rock 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1187 over Trib Rock Creek carry?

About 10,640 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1187 over Trib Rock Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1187 over Trib Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.