US Bridges

IH 44 Nbfr over Gilbert Creek

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 1.0 MI S of SH 240 · Structure no. 032430015607053

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
830
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 44 Nbfr over Gilbert Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 44 Nbfr 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 830 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,170 by 2033. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesIH 44 Nbfr
CrossesGilbert Creek
Location1.0 MI S of SH 240
RouteState Highway 44
CountyWichita County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.06433, -98.55697
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length136 ft (41.5 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic830 (2013)
Projected traffic1,170 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was IH 44 Nbfr over Gilbert Creek built?

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

What condition is IH 44 Nbfr 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 Nbfr over Gilbert Creek carry?

About 830 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is IH 44 Nbfr 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 34 ft wide.

Who owns IH 44 Nbfr over Gilbert Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.