US Bridges

Spur 303 over Trib to Rush Creek

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · .4 MI E of Smith Barry · Structure no. 022200220801015

Built
1975
50 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,361
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Spur 303 over Trib to Rush Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Spur 303 over Trib to Rush Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1975 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 50 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 19,361 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,050 by 2029. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSpur 303
CrossesTrib to Rush Creek
Location.4 MI E of Smith Barry
RouteState Highway 303
StateTexas
Coordinates32.7104, -97.15685
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,361 (2020)
Projected traffic16,050 by 2029
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 to Rush Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is Spur 303 over Trib to Rush 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Spur 303 over Trib to Rush Creek carry?

About 19,361 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Spur 303 over Trib to Rush Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Spur 303 over Trib to Rush Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.