Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek
FairWichita County, Texas · 0.8 MI W of IH 44 · Structure no. 032430004317038
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,490
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 89 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 7,490 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,490 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is Bus 287 (loop 370) 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 Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek carry?
About 7,490 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.
Who owns Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.