US Bridges

US 287 over Middle Groesbeck Creek

Fair

Childress County, Texas · 9.110MI E of Childress Ct · Structure no. 250380004301004

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,183
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Middle Groesbeck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Middle Groesbeck Creek in Childress County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 70 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 11,183 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,810 by 2039. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 287
CrossesMiddle Groesbeck Creek
Location9.110MI E of Childress Ct
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyChildress County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.37689, -100.04169
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 length33 ft (10.1 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 traffic11,183 (2020)
Projected traffic15,810 by 2039
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 287 over Middle Groesbeck Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is US 287 over Middle Groesbeck Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 287 over Middle Groesbeck Creek carry?

About 11,183 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Middle Groesbeck Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 287 over Middle Groesbeck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.