US 287 SB over Bus 287/LOOP 477
FairWichita County, Texas · At Wilbarger CO Line · Structure no. 032430004308117
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 172 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,510
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 SB over Bus 287/LOOP 477 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 SB over Bus 287/LOOP 477 in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 6,510 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,120 by 2033. The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 SB over Bus 287/LOOP 477 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 SB over Bus 287/LOOP 477 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 SB over Bus 287/LOOP 477 carry?
About 6,510 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 287 SB over Bus 287/LOOP 477?
The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 SB over Bus 287/LOOP 477?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.