US Bridges

Fossil Springs DR over Trib of Big Fossil Creek

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · .45 MI S of Bonds Rnch RD · Structure no. 022200ZF7236001

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,227
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fossil Springs DR over Trib of Big Fossil Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Fossil Springs DR over Trib of Big Fossil Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 3,227 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2036. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 60 ft wide.

CarriesFossil Springs DR
CrossesTrib of Big Fossil Creek
Location.45 MI S of Bonds Rnch RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.91841, -97.36692
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,227 (2019)
Projected traffic100 by 2036
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Fossil Springs DR over Trib of Big Fossil Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fossil Springs DR over Trib of Big Fossil Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Fossil Springs DR over Trib of Big Fossil Creek carry?

About 3,227 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Fossil Springs DR over Trib of Big Fossil Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Fossil Springs DR over Trib of Big Fossil Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.