US Bridges

N Onyx DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.17 MI W of Rufe Snow · Structure no. 022200G00410001

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
906
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

N Onyx DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR is a concrete culvert carrying N Onyx DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 906 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,220 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesN Onyx DR
CrossesTrib of Big Fossil CR
Location0.17 MI W of Rufe Snow
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.81854, -97.24146
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic906 (2019)
Projected traffic1,220 by 2033
Trucks0%
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 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 N Onyx DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is N Onyx DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR 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 N Onyx DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR carry?

About 906 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is N Onyx DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns N Onyx DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.