Bedford RD over Little Bear Creek
FairTarrant County, Texas · 0.5 MI S of Glade RD · Structure no. 022200P00035001
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 70 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,508
- 2014 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bedford RD over Little Bear Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Bedford RD over Little Bear Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 5,508 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,220 by 2039. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bedford RD over Little Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bedford RD over Little Bear Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Bedford RD over Little Bear Creek carry?
About 5,508 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Bedford RD over Little Bear Creek?
The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Bedford RD over Little Bear Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.