US Bridges

Fuller-Wiser Rd. over Blessing Branch

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.1 Mi. N of Midway Rd. · Structure no. 022200F00144002

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,671
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fuller-Wiser Rd. over Blessing Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Fuller-Wiser Rd. over Blessing Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 3,671 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,962 by 2034. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFuller-Wiser Rd.
CrossesBlessing Branch
Location0.1 Mi. N of Midway Rd.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.84742, -97.07274
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.7 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,671 (2019)
Projected traffic3,962 by 2034
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$4,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Fuller-Wiser Rd. over Blessing Branch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fuller-Wiser Rd. over Blessing 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Fuller-Wiser Rd. over Blessing Branch carry?

About 3,671 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Fuller-Wiser Rd. over Blessing Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns Fuller-Wiser Rd. over Blessing Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.