Bu 287 (loop 370) over West Fork of Pond Creek
FairWichita County, Texas · 0.80 MI E of FM 1814 · Structure no. 032430004317043
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1939
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,020
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 287 (loop 370) over West Fork of Pond Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bu 287 (loop 370) over West Fork of Pond Creek in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1939, 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 4,020 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,620 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 67 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 287 (loop 370) over West Fork of Pond Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1939.
What condition is Bu 287 (loop 370) over West Fork of Pond 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Bu 287 (loop 370) over West Fork of Pond Creek carry?
About 4,020 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Bu 287 (loop 370) over West Fork of Pond Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 287 (loop 370) over West Fork of Pond Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.