US Bridges

S Great SW Pkwy over Cottonwood CR

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.80 MI S of Abram ST · Structure no. 022200S45075001

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,948
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Great SW Pkwy over Cottonwood CR is a concrete culvert carrying S Great SW Pkwy over Cottonwood CR in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 11,948 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,730 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesS Great SW Pkwy
CrossesCottonwood CR
Location0.80 MI S of Abram ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.72658, -97.04368
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length54 ft (16.5 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 traffic11,948 (2019)
Projected traffic12,730 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S Great SW Pkwy over Cottonwood CR built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is S Great SW Pkwy over Cottonwood 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 Great SW Pkwy over Cottonwood CR carry?

About 11,948 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is S Great SW Pkwy over Cottonwood CR?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns S Great SW Pkwy over Cottonwood CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.