US Bridges

US 287 over East Groesbeck Creek

Good

Childress County, Texas · 9.941MI E Childress Cty L · Structure no. 250380004301152

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,183
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over East Groesbeck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over East Groesbeck Creek in Childress County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 11,183 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,810 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesUS 287
CrossesEast Groesbeck Creek
Location9.941MI E Childress Cty L
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates34.37374, -100.02807
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 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 East Groesbeck Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 over East Groesbeck 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 August 2023.

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

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

How long is US 287 over East Groesbeck Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 287 over East Groesbeck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.