US Bridges

Western Center Blv over Fossil Creek Branch

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.3 MI W of US 377 · Structure no. 022200D00989001

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
26,502
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Western Center Blv over Fossil Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Western Center Blv over Fossil Creek Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 26,502 vehicles a day, projected to reach 28,340 by 2040. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesWestern Center Blv
CrossesFossil Creek Branch
Location1.3 MI W of US 377
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.86104, -97.28716
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 inspectionJuly 2024
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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,502 (2024)
Projected traffic28,340 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Western Center Blv over Fossil Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Western Center Blv over Fossil Creek Branch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Western Center Blv over Fossil Creek Branch carry?

About 26,502 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Western Center Blv over Fossil Creek Branch?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Western Center Blv over Fossil Creek Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.