SH 240 over Trib. of Plum Creek
FairWichita County, Texas · 0.80 MI S of FM 890 · Structure no. 032430015603007
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,060
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 240 over Trib. of Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 240 over Trib. of Plum Creek in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 105 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 3,060 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,190 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is SH 240 over Trib. of Plum 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 Plum Creek carry?
About 3,060 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is SH 240 over Trib. of Plum Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SH 240 over Trib. of Plum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.