US Bridges

Fisher RD over US 82/US 287

Fair

Wichita County, Texas · 1.20 MI E of SH 79 · Structure no. 032430004401109

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
207 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,101
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fisher RD over US 82/US 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fisher 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 6 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 1,101 vehicles a day, projected to reach 700 by 2030. The structure is 207 ft (63.1 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFisher RD
CrossesUS 82/US 287
Location1.20 MI E of SH 79
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWichita County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.88459, -98.43078
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length207 ft (63.1 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,101 (2020)
Projected traffic700 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$260,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

About 1,101 vehicles per day (2020 count).

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

The structure is 207 ft (63.1 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Fisher RD over US 82/US 287?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.