US Bridges

Cherry Lane over Farmers Branch

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 100 Ft N of W Settlmnt RD · Structure no. 022200H00060001

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,860
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cherry Lane over Farmers Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Cherry Lane over Farmers Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1985, 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 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.

It carries about 1,860 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,570 by 2035. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesCherry Lane
CrossesFarmers Branch
Location100 Ft N of W Settlmnt RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.76006, -97.45104
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,860 (2024)
Projected traffic3,570 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$88,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cherry Lane over Farmers Branch built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is Cherry Lane over Farmers Branch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Cherry Lane over Farmers Branch carry?

About 1,860 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Cherry Lane over Farmers Branch?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Cherry Lane over Farmers Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.