US Bridges

US 82 WB Exit Ramp over US 82 WB Ent. Ramp

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 0.9 MI W of US 281 · Structure no. 032430015604098

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
425 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,430
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 WB Exit Ramp over US 82 WB Ent. Ramp is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 82 WB Exit Ramp over US 82 WB Ent. Ramp in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 5,430 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,600 by 2033. The structure is 425 ft (129.5 m) long and 26 ft wide.

CarriesUS 82 WB Exit Ramp
CrossesUS 82 WB Ent. Ramp
Location0.9 MI W of US 281
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateTexas
Coordinates33.89284, -98.50736
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length425 ft (129.5 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,430 (2013)
Projected traffic7,600 by 2033
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 82 WB Exit Ramp over US 82 WB Ent. Ramp built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 WB Exit Ramp over US 82 WB Ent. Ramp 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 WB Exit Ramp over US 82 WB Ent. Ramp carry?

About 5,430 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is US 82 WB Exit Ramp over US 82 WB Ent. Ramp?

The structure is 425 ft (129.5 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 WB Exit Ramp over US 82 WB Ent. Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.