US Bridges

IH 44 over Trib of Wildhorse Creek

Fair

Wichita County, Texas · 0.15 MI S of Loop 267 · Structure no. 032430015607042

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,114
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 44 over Trib of Wildhorse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 44 over Trib of Wildhorse Creek 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 11,114 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,720 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 44
CrossesTrib of Wildhorse Creek
Location0.15 MI S of Loop 267
RouteInterstate 44
CountyWichita County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.09904, -98.54867
Functional classRural 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,114 (2020)
Projected traffic16,720 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 44 over Trib of Wildhorse Creek built?

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

What condition is IH 44 over Trib of Wildhorse 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 IH 44 over Trib of Wildhorse Creek carry?

About 11,114 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is IH 44 over Trib of Wildhorse Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns IH 44 over Trib of Wildhorse Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.