IH 44 SB over Gilbert Creek
GoodWichita County, Texas · 1.00 MI S of SH 240 · Structure no. 032430015607051
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 136 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,318
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 44 SB over Gilbert Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 44 SB over Gilbert 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 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 9,318 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,480 by 2033. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 44 SB over Gilbert Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 44 SB over Gilbert Creek 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 IH 44 SB over Gilbert Creek carry?
About 9,318 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is IH 44 SB over Gilbert Creek?
The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns IH 44 SB over Gilbert Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.