Bus 287 (loop 477) over Draw
PoorPosted for loadWichita County, Texas · 5.4 MI E of SH 25 · Structure no. 032430004322026
- Built
- 1919
- 106 years old, rebuilt 1941
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus 287 (loop 477) over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying Bus 287 (loop 477) over Draw in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1919 and reconstructed in 1941, so it is 106 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,680 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 48 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bus 287 (loop 477) over Draw built?
It was built in 1919, making it 106 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1941.
What condition is Bus 287 (loop 477) over Draw in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Bus 287 (loop 477) over Draw carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Bus 287 (loop 477) over Draw?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Bus 287 (loop 477) over Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.