US 81/287 Nbl over Bu 81C
FairWise County, Texas · 0.8 MI N of FM 1655 · Structure no. 022490001306058
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 131 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,699
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 81/287 Nbl over Bu 81C is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 81/287 Nbl over Bu 81C in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 9,699 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,100 by 2033. The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 81/287 Nbl over Bu 81C built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 81/287 Nbl over Bu 81C 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 81/287 Nbl over Bu 81C carry?
About 9,699 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 81/287 Nbl over Bu 81C?
The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 81/287 Nbl over Bu 81C?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.