US Bridges

Alta Vista RD over Big Bear Creek Tributary

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.79 MI N of Golden Trian · Structure no. 022200ZA3185001

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
13,728
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alta Vista RD over Big Bear Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Alta Vista RD over Big Bear Creek Tributary in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 13,728 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2036. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesAlta Vista RD
CrossesBig Bear Creek Tributary
Location0.79 MI N of Golden Trian
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.93975, -97.28143
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHL 93
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,728 (2019)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2036
Trucks1%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Alta Vista RD over Big Bear Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alta Vista RD over Big Bear Creek Tributary in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does Alta Vista RD over Big Bear Creek Tributary carry?

About 13,728 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Alta Vista RD over Big Bear Creek Tributary?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Alta Vista RD over Big Bear Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.