US Bridges

Missile RD WB over IH 44

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 2.68 MI N of US 287 · Structure no. 032430015607035

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
218 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,480
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Missile RD WB over IH 44 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Missile RD WB over IH 44 in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6,480 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,000 by 2030. The structure is 218 ft (66.4 m) long and 36 ft wide.

CarriesMissile RD WB
CrossesIH 44
Location2.68 MI N of US 287
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates33.98213, -98.53893
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length218 ft (66.4 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,480 (2010)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$14,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Missile RD WB over IH 44 built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Missile RD WB over IH 44 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Missile RD WB over IH 44 carry?

About 6,480 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Missile RD WB over IH 44?

The structure is 218 ft (66.4 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Missile RD WB over IH 44?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.