US Bridges

US 287 over Kilfoil Draw

Good

Donley County, Texas · 9.15MI E Clarendon Cty Lt · Structure no. 250650004207034

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
11,329
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Kilfoil Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Kilfoil Draw in Donley County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 90 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 11,329 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,350 by 2033. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 287
CrossesKilfoil Draw
Location9.15MI E Clarendon Cty Lt
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates34.87903, -100.7293
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 inspectionJuly 2023
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
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 spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,329 (2020)
Projected traffic16,350 by 2033
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 287 over Kilfoil Draw built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is US 287 over Kilfoil Draw 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 287 over Kilfoil Draw carry?

About 11,329 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Kilfoil Draw?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 287 over Kilfoil Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.