US Bridges

US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over US 281 NB Exit

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 0.1 MI SE of Loop 473 · Structure no. 032430004401096

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
182 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,941
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over US 281 NB Exit is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over US 281 NB Exit in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 22,941 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,870 by 2033. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesUS 82 Wb/Us 287 NB
CrossesUS 281 NB Exit
Location0.1 MI SE of Loop 473
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.88772, -98.48177
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating13 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,941 (2020)
Projected traffic18,870 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over US 281 NB Exit built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over US 281 NB Exit 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 US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over US 281 NB Exit carry?

About 22,941 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over US 281 NB Exit?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 Wb/Us 287 NB over US 281 NB Exit?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.