US Bridges

US 82/US 277 over Call Field Canal

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 1.40 MI SW of FM 369 · Structure no. 032430015604075

Built
1923
102 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,603
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82/US 277 over Call Field Canal is a concrete slab carrying US 82/US 277 over Call Field Canal in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 102 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 9,603 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,310 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 82/US 277
CrossesCall Field Canal
Location1.40 MI SW of FM 369
RouteU.S. Route 82
CountyWichita County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.86183, -98.62758
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.5 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,603 (2020)
Projected traffic12,310 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 82/US 277 over Call Field Canal built?

It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is US 82/US 277 over Call Field Canal 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 82/US 277 over Call Field Canal carry?

About 9,603 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 82/US 277 over Call Field Canal?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns US 82/US 277 over Call Field Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.