US Bridges

Bu 287 over Outfall Channel

Good

Wilbarger County, Texas · 0.2 MI SW of US 287 · Structure no. 032440004320105

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,220
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bu 287 over Outfall Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Bu 287 over Outfall Channel in Wilbarger County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,220 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,710 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBu 287
CrossesOutfall Channel
Location0.2 MI SW of US 287
RouteState Highway 287
StateTexas
Coordinates34.16203, -99.31411
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,220 (2013)
Projected traffic1,710 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Bu 287 over Outfall Channel built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bu 287 over Outfall Channel 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Bu 287 over Outfall Channel carry?

About 1,220 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Bu 287 over Outfall Channel?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns Bu 287 over Outfall Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.