US Bridges

US 287 over Fork of Buck Creek

Fair

Donley County, Texas · 1.8MI E of Hedley Cty Lmt · Structure no. 250650004208020

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
10,959
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Fork of Buck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Fork of Buck Creek 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 10,959 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,480 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS 287
CrossesFork of Buck Creek
Location1.8MI E of Hedley Cty Lmt
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyDonley County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.8404, -100.63222
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 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 traffic10,959 (2020)
Projected traffic14,480 by 2033
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Fork of Buck Creek built?

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

What condition is US 287 over Fork of Buck Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does US 287 over Fork of Buck Creek carry?

About 10,959 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Fork of Buck Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 287 over Fork of Buck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.