US Bridges

US 81/287 Sbl over Hubbard ST

Good

Wise County, Texas · 1.0 MI S of FM 1655 · Structure no. 022490001307065

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
142 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,208
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 81/287 Sbl over Hubbard ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 81/287 Sbl over Hubbard ST 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 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 9,208 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,330 by 2033. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 81/287 Sbl
CrossesHubbard ST
Location1.0 MI S of FM 1655
RouteU.S. Route 81
StateTexas
Coordinates33.34883, -97.69233
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length142 ft (43.3 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,208 (2020)
Projected traffic14,330 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 81/287 Sbl over Hubbard ST built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 81/287 Sbl over Hubbard ST 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 81/287 Sbl over Hubbard ST carry?

About 9,208 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 81/287 Sbl over Hubbard ST?

The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 81/287 Sbl over Hubbard ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.