SH 240 over Trib of Gilbert Creek
FairWichita County, Texas · 0.15 MI S of FM 1177 · Structure no. 032430015602004
- Built
- 1918
- 107 years old, rebuilt 1949
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,987
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 240 over Trib of Gilbert Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 240 over Trib of Gilbert Creek in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1918 and reconstructed in 1949, so it is 107 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 1,987 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,170 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 240 over Trib of Gilbert Creek built?
It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1949.
What condition is SH 240 over Trib of Gilbert Creek 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 SH 240 over Trib of Gilbert Creek carry?
About 1,987 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is SH 240 over Trib of Gilbert Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SH 240 over Trib of Gilbert Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.