US Bridges

US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over Little Wichita River

Good

Clay County, Texas · 6.7 MI E of FM 2393 · Structure no. 030390004402080

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
161 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,309
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over Little Wichita River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over Little Wichita River in Clay County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 8,309 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,250 by 2033. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 82 Wb/Us 287 NB
CrossesLittle Wichita River
Location6.7 MI E of FM 2393
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.82678, -98.2403
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,309 (2024)
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 Wb/Us 287 NB over Little Wichita River built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB 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 Wb/Us 287 NB over Little Wichita River carry?

About 8,309 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over Little Wichita River?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over Little Wichita River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.