US Bridges

IH 44 NB over US287NB SP325NB Conn G

Fair

Wichita County, Texas · 1.40 MI N of Bus 287 · Structure no. 032430015607038

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
193 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,592
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 44 NB over US287NB SP325NB Conn G is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 44 NB over US287NB SP325NB Conn G 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 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 14,592 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,030 by 2033. The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesIH 44 NB
CrossesUS287NB SP325NB Conn G
Location1.40 MI N of Bus 287
RouteInterstate 44
StateTexas
Coordinates33.94581, -98.52306
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length193 ft (58.8 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,592 (2019)
Projected traffic17,030 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 44 NB over US287NB SP325NB Conn G built?

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

What condition is IH 44 NB over US287NB SP325NB Conn G 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 IH 44 NB over US287NB SP325NB Conn G carry?

About 14,592 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is IH 44 NB over US287NB SP325NB Conn G?

The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns IH 44 NB over US287NB SP325NB Conn G?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.