Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek
GoodWichita County, Texas · 0.60 MI West of Loop 11 · Structure no. 032430004317046
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1938
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,620
- 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 1938, 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 6,620 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,270 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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 1938.
What condition is Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek carry?
About 6,620 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns Bus 287 (loop 370) over Plum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.