US Bridges

Roaring Springs RD over Kings Branch

FairPosted for load

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.2 MI S of SH183 · Structure no. 022200W00055002

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1941
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,347
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Roaring Springs RD over Kings Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Roaring Springs RD over Kings Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1941, so it is 90 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 10,347 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,030 by 2035. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRoaring Springs RD
CrossesKings Branch
Location0.2 MI S of SH183
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.75768, -97.42061
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 length34 ft (10.4 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 traffic10,347 (2019)
Projected traffic10,030 by 2035
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Roaring Springs RD over Kings Branch built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1941.

What condition is Roaring Springs RD over Kings 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 Roaring Springs RD over Kings Branch carry?

About 10,347 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Roaring Springs RD over Kings Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Roaring Springs RD over Kings Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.