US Bridges

US 287 over Plum Creek

Fair

Wichita County, Texas · 0.70 MI W of Loop 11 · Structure no. 032430004309093

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
22,693
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Plum Creek in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 5 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 22,693 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,000 by 2030. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS 287
CrossesPlum Creek
Location0.70 MI W of Loop 11
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyWichita County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.94894, -98.54443
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 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 traffic22,693 (2020)
Projected traffic35,000 by 2030
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Plum Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 over Plum 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 over Plum Creek carry?

About 22,693 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Plum Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 287 over Plum Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.