US Bridges

Settlemnt Plaza DR over Farmers Branch

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · .1 MI S of Expedition DR · Structure no. 022200ZS2835001

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,889
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Settlemnt Plaza DR over Farmers Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Settlemnt Plaza DR over Farmers Branch in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 1,889 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2036. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSettlemnt Plaza DR
CrossesFarmers Branch
Location.1 MI S of Expedition DR
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.75446, -97.48361
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,889 (2024)
Projected traffic100 by 2036
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Settlemnt Plaza DR over Farmers Branch built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Settlemnt Plaza DR over Farmers Branch 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 Settlemnt Plaza DR over Farmers Branch carry?

About 1,889 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Settlemnt Plaza DR over Farmers Branch?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Settlemnt Plaza DR over Farmers Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.