Loop 11 over Wichita River
FairWichita County, Texas · 0.17 MI N of US 277 · Structure no. 032430004314048
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 344 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,174
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Loop 11 over Wichita River is a concrete tee beam carrying Loop 11 over Wichita River in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 99 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 9,174 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,860 by 2033. The structure is 344 ft (104.9 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Loop 11 over Wichita River built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is Loop 11 over Wichita River 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 Loop 11 over Wichita River carry?
About 9,174 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Loop 11 over Wichita River?
The structure is 344 ft (104.9 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.
Who owns Loop 11 over Wichita River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.