US Bridges

Martin RD over Trib to Mesquite Branch

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.1 MI W of Mid-Cities · Structure no. 022200E02695001

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,129
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Martin RD over Trib to Mesquite Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Martin RD over Trib to Mesquite Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2001, 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 3,129 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMartin RD
CrossesTrib to Mesquite Branch
Location0.1 MI W of Mid-Cities
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.86446, -97.18378
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,129 (2019)
Projected traffic100 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
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 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 Martin RD over Trib to Mesquite Branch built?

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

What condition is Martin RD over Trib to Mesquite Branch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Martin RD over Trib to Mesquite Branch carry?

About 3,129 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Martin RD over Trib to Mesquite Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Martin RD over Trib to Mesquite Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.