US Bridges

US 287 NB over Small Creek

Fair

Wilbarger County, Texas · 0.85 MI NW of FM 432 · Structure no. 032440004305172

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,235
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 NB over Small Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 NB over Small Creek in Wilbarger County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 12,235 vehicles a day, roughly 46% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,470 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 287 NB
CrossesSmall Creek
Location0.85 MI NW of FM 432
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyWilbarger County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.2183, -99.39339
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,235 (2020)
Projected traffic24,470 by 2040
Trucks46%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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 US 287 NB over Small Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 NB over Small 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 287 NB over Small Creek carry?

About 12,235 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 46% are trucks.

How long is US 287 NB over Small Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 287 NB over Small Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.