US Bridges

US 287 over Wanderers Creek Rel

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Hardeman County, Texas · 0.71 MI W of FM 91 · Structure no. 251000004304114

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
10,692
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Wanderers Creek Rel is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Wanderers Creek Rel in Hardeman County, Texas. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 60 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 10,692 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,440 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 287
CrossesWanderers Creek Rel
Location0.71 MI W of FM 91
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyHardeman County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.25583, -99.52858
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 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,692 (2019)
Projected traffic16,440 by 2033
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 287 over Wanderers Creek Rel built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is US 287 over Wanderers Creek Rel 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 287 over Wanderers Creek Rel carry?

About 10,692 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Wanderers Creek Rel?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 287 over Wanderers Creek Rel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.