US 81/US 287 Wfr over Middle Creek Tributary
FairMontague County, Texas · 0.1 MI SE of Fruitland RD · Structure no. 031690001305048
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 81/US 287 Wfr over Middle Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US 81/US 287 Wfr over Middle Creek Tributary in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 30 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 40 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 81/US 287 Wfr over Middle Creek Tributary built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 81/US 287 Wfr over Middle Creek Tributary 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 81/US 287 Wfr over Middle Creek Tributary carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 81/US 287 Wfr over Middle Creek Tributary?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 81/US 287 Wfr over Middle Creek Tributary?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.