US Bridges

US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Bennett Creek

Good

Clay County, Texas · 4.2 MI E of FM 2393 · Structure no. 030390004402009

Built
1925
100 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,320
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Bennett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Bennett Creek in Clay County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 100 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 12,320 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,250 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 82 Eb/Us 287 SB
CrossesBennett Creek
Location4.2 MI E of FM 2393
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.83982, -98.28266
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 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,320 (2013)
Projected traffic17,250 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 Bennett Creek built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Bennett 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 US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Bennett Creek carry?

About 12,320 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

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

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.