US Bridges

IH 44 SB over Bus 287J & BNSF RR

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 1.40 MI N of Bus 277 · Structure no. 032430004309195

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
446 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
34,390
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 44 SB over Bus 287J & BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 44 SB over Bus 287J & BNSF RR in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 34,390 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,910 by 2033. The structure is 446 ft (135.9 m) long and 68 ft wide.

CarriesIH 44 SB
CrossesBus 287J & BNSF RR
Location1.40 MI N of Bus 277
RouteInterstate 44
StateTexas
Coordinates33.92698, -98.51405
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length446 ft (135.9 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,390 (2019)
Projected traffic42,910 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 44 SB over Bus 287J & BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 44 SB over Bus 287J & BNSF RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does IH 44 SB over Bus 287J & BNSF RR carry?

About 34,390 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is IH 44 SB over Bus 287J & BNSF RR?

The structure is 446 ft (135.9 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns IH 44 SB over Bus 287J & BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.