US Bridges

Rufe Snow DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.22 MI S of IH 820 · Structure no. 022200G00485001

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,343
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rufe Snow DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR is a concrete culvert carrying Rufe Snow DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 12,343 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,990 by 2033. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRufe Snow DR
CrossesTrib of Big Fossil CR
Location1.22 MI S of IH 820
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.82212, -97.23827
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width69 ft (21 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,343 (2014)
Projected traffic10,990 by 2033
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 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 Rufe Snow DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rufe Snow 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 Rufe Snow DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR carry?

About 12,343 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Rufe Snow DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns Rufe Snow DR over Trib of Big Fossil CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.