US Bridges

Bonds Ranch Road over Trib Big Fossil Crk

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.6 MI W US 287 · Structure no. 022200AA0442001

Built
2001
24 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
72 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,101
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bonds Ranch Road over Trib Big Fossil Crk is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Bonds Ranch Road over Trib Big Fossil Crk in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2001 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 24 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 8,101 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,780 by 2030. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesBonds Ranch Road
CrossesTrib Big Fossil Crk
Location1.6 MI W US 287
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.92441, -97.38525
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,101 (2024)
Projected traffic3,780 by 2030
Trucks1%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bonds Ranch Road over Trib Big Fossil Crk built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is Bonds Ranch Road over Trib Big Fossil Crk 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Bonds Ranch Road over Trib Big Fossil Crk carry?

About 8,101 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Bonds Ranch Road over Trib Big Fossil Crk?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Bonds Ranch Road over Trib Big Fossil Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.