US Bridges

Peterson RD over US 287

Fair

Wichita County, Texas · 2.05 MI W of FM 369 · Structure no. 032430004309180

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
229
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Peterson RD over US 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Peterson RD over US 287 in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 229 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 500 by 2028. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 30 ft wide.

CarriesPeterson RD
CrossesUS 287
Location2.05 MI W of FM 369
RouteCounty Highway 121
StateTexas
Coordinates33.96148, -98.63845
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic229 (2020)
Projected traffic500 by 2028
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Peterson RD over US 287 built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Peterson RD over US 287 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 2022.

How much traffic does Peterson RD over US 287 carry?

About 229 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Peterson RD over US 287?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Peterson RD over US 287?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.