US Bridges

US 82 over E Fk Little Wichita Riv

Good

Clay County, Texas · 6.0 MI E of Spur 510 · Structure no. 030390004403021

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1965
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,523
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 over E Fk Little Wichita Riv is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over E Fk Little Wichita Riv in Clay County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 91 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 2,523 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,320 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesUS 82
CrossesE Fk Little Wichita Riv
Location6.0 MI E of Spur 510
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.81276, -98.08222
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,523 (2020)
Projected traffic4,320 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 over E Fk Little Wichita Riv built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.

What condition is US 82 over E Fk Little Wichita Riv 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 over E Fk Little Wichita Riv carry?

About 2,523 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 82 over E Fk Little Wichita Riv?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 over E Fk Little Wichita Riv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.