US Bridges

FM 1938 over Kirkwood Branch

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.7 Mi. S. of SH-114 · Structure no. 022200197801010

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
37,239
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1938 over Kirkwood Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1938 over Kirkwood Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 37,239 vehicles a day, projected to reach 39,460 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1938
CrossesKirkwood Branch
Location1.7 Mi. S. of SH-114
RouteState Highway 1938
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.96481, -97.18601
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,239 (2019)
Projected traffic39,460 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 1938 over Kirkwood Branch built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1938 over Kirkwood Branch 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1938 over Kirkwood Branch carry?

About 37,239 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is FM 1938 over Kirkwood Branch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 1938 over Kirkwood Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.