US Bridges

Bus 287 (loop 370) over East Fork of Pond Creek

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 1.00 MI E of FM 369 · Structure no. 032430004317045

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1939
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,630
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bus 287 (loop 370) over East Fork of Pond Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bus 287 (loop 370) over East 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 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 2,630 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,680 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 74 ft wide.

CarriesBus 287 (loop 370)
CrossesEast Fork of Pond Creek
Location1.00 MI E of FM 369
RouteState Highway 287
StateTexas
Coordinates33.93827, -98.58561
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.7 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,630 (2013)
Projected traffic3,680 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bus 287 (loop 370) over East 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 Bus 287 (loop 370) over East Fork of Pond Creek 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 Bus 287 (loop 370) over East Fork of Pond Creek carry?

About 2,630 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Bus 287 (loop 370) over East Fork of Pond Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Bus 287 (loop 370) over East Fork of Pond Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.