US Bridges

Bedford-Euless RD over Sulphur Branch

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.7 MI E of Brown Trail · Structure no. 022200J00077002

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,439
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bedford-Euless RD over Sulphur Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bedford-Euless RD over Sulphur Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 14,439 vehicles a day, projected to reach 14,724 by 2034. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBedford-Euless RD
CrossesSulphur Branch
Location0.7 MI E of Brown Trail
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83775, -97.15268
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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,439 (2019)
Projected traffic14,724 by 2034
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$46,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bedford-Euless RD over Sulphur Branch built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bedford-Euless RD over Sulphur 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 Bedford-Euless RD over Sulphur Branch carry?

About 14,439 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Bedford-Euless RD over Sulphur Branch?

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

Who owns Bedford-Euless RD over Sulphur Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.