US Bridges

US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Little Wichita River

Good

Clay County, Texas · 6.7 MI E of FM 2393 · Structure no. 030390004402013

Built
1925
100 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
172 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 Little Wichita River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Little Wichita River 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 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 82 Eb/Us 287 SB
CrossesLittle Wichita River
Location6.7 MI E of FM 2393
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.82661, -98.24042
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length172 ft (52.4 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 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 Little Wichita River 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 Little Wichita River 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 Little Wichita River 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 Little Wichita River?

The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 Eb/Us 287 SB over Little Wichita River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.