US Bridges

Bedford-Euless RD over Lorean (mesquite) Br

FairPosted for load

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of Precinct Line · Structure no. 022200E00370001

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,682
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bedford-Euless RD over Lorean (mesquite) Br is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bedford-Euless RD over Lorean (mesquite) Br in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 9,682 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,510 by 2039. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBedford-Euless RD
CrossesLorean (mesquite) Br
Location0.2 MI E of Precinct Line
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83399, -97.18224
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,682 (2019)
Projected traffic14,510 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$102,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bedford-Euless RD over Lorean (mesquite) Br built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bedford-Euless RD over Lorean (mesquite) Br 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 Bedford-Euless RD over Lorean (mesquite) Br carry?

About 9,682 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Bedford-Euless RD over Lorean (mesquite) Br?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns Bedford-Euless RD over Lorean (mesquite) Br?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.