US Bridges

Arkansas & Matlock over Branch of Johnson Creek

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of FM 157 · Structure no. 022200C00181003

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,441
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Arkansas & Matlock over Branch of Johnson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Arkansas & Matlock over Branch of Johnson Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 25,441 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15,540 by 2029. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesArkansas & Matlock
CrossesBranch of Johnson Creek
Location0.2 MI E of FM 157
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.70625, -97.11456
Functional classUrban Minor 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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 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 traffic25,441 (2024)
Projected traffic15,540 by 2029
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Arkansas & Matlock over Branch of Johnson Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Arkansas & Matlock over Branch of Johnson 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Arkansas & Matlock over Branch of Johnson Creek carry?

About 25,441 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Arkansas & Matlock over Branch of Johnson Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Arkansas & Matlock over Branch of Johnson Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.