US Bridges

Spur 303 over Trib of Cottonwood Creek

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.2 MI E of SH-360 · Structure no. 022200220801010

Built
1967
58 years old, rebuilt 2017
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,103
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Spur 303 over Trib of Cottonwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Spur 303 over Trib of Cottonwood Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 58 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 23,103 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,120 by 2033. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSpur 303
CrossesTrib of Cottonwood Creek
Location1.2 MI E of SH-360
RouteState Highway 303
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.71136, -97.03932
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionMay 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,103 (2023)
Projected traffic27,120 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Spur 303 over Trib of Cottonwood Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.

What condition is Spur 303 over Trib of Cottonwood Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Spur 303 over Trib of Cottonwood Creek carry?

About 23,103 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Spur 303 over Trib of Cottonwood Creek?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Spur 303 over Trib of Cottonwood Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.