US Bridges

US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Duck Creek

Fair

Clay County, Texas · 2.0 MI W of FM 2393 · Structure no. 030390004402004

Built
1926
99 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,170
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Duck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Duck Creek in Clay County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 99 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 10,170 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,240 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 82 Eb/Us 287 SB
CrossesDuck Creek
Location2.0 MI W of FM 2393
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.87461, -98.38153
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,170 (2013)
Projected traffic14,240 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Duck Creek built?

It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Duck 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Duck Creek carry?

About 10,170 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Duck Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Duck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.