US Bridges

Loop 286 over Abandoned RR

Good

Lamar County, Texas · 1.2 MI SE of US 82 West · Structure no. 011390169001026

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,337
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Loop 286 over Abandoned RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Loop 286 over Abandoned RR in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 6,337 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,110 by 2033. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLoop 286
CrossesAbandoned RR
Location1.2 MI SE of US 82 West
RouteState Highway 286
StateTexas
Coordinates33.64423, -95.59
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,337 (2020)
Projected traffic10,110 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Loop 286 over Abandoned RR built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Loop 286 over Abandoned RR 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does Loop 286 over Abandoned RR carry?

About 6,337 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Loop 286 over Abandoned RR?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns Loop 286 over Abandoned RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.