US Bridges

IH 44 over Trib of Gilbert Creek

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 0.7 MI S of FM 3429 · Structure no. 032430015607056

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
22,291
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 44 over Trib of Gilbert Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 44 over Trib of Gilbert Creek in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1984, 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 22,291 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,590 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long.

CarriesIH 44
CrossesTrib of Gilbert Creek
Location0.7 MI S of FM 3429
RouteInterstate 44
StateTexas
Coordinates34.04535, -98.55794
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,291 (2018)
Projected traffic26,590 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Gilbert Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

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

About 22,291 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is IH 44 over Trib of Gilbert Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns IH 44 over Trib of Gilbert Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.