US Bridges

Hammon RD over US 82/US 287

Fair

Wichita County, Texas · 0.30 MI E of SH 79 · Structure no. 032430004401108

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
235 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,306
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hammon RD over US 82/US 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hammon RD over US 82/US 287 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 1,306 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,000 by 2030. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHammon RD
CrossesUS 82/US 287
Location0.30 MI E of SH 79
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWichita County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.8855, -98.44549
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length235 ft (71.6 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,306 (2020)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Hammon RD over US 82/US 287 built?

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

What condition is Hammon RD over US 82/US 287 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 Hammon RD over US 82/US 287 carry?

About 1,306 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Hammon RD over US 82/US 287?

The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Hammon RD over US 82/US 287?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.