US 287 over North Fork Buffalo Creek
FairWichita County, Texas · 1.1 MI E of Burnett RD · Structure no. 032430004308052
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,227
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 over North Fork Buffalo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over North Fork Buffalo Creek in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 85 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 12,227 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,310 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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 287 over North Fork Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US 287 over North Fork Buffalo 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 over North Fork Buffalo Creek carry?
About 12,227 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 287 over North Fork Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 287 over North Fork Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.