US Bridges

S Onyx DR over Big Fossil CR

FairPosted for load

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of Wendell DR · Structure no. 022200G00415001

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Steel
Length
67 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,577
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Onyx DR over Big Fossil CR is a steel arch - deck carrying S Onyx DR over Big Fossil CR in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 6 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 1,577 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,230 by 2033. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesS Onyx DR
CrossesBig Fossil CR
Location0.10 MI E of Wendell DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.81446, -97.25329
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length67 ft (20.4 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,577 (2019)
Projected traffic2,230 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 S Onyx DR over Big Fossil CR built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is S Onyx DR over Big Fossil CR 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 S Onyx DR over Big Fossil CR carry?

About 1,577 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is S Onyx DR over Big Fossil CR?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns S Onyx DR over Big Fossil CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.