US Bridges

US 81/287 over Teeter Branch

Fair

Wise County, Texas · 3.0 MI N of FM 407 · Structure no. 022490001308036

Built
1967
58 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,476
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 81/287 over Teeter Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 81/287 over Teeter Branch in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 58 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 24,476 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,700 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS 81/287
CrossesTeeter Branch
Location3.0 MI N of FM 407
RouteU.S. Route 81
CountyWise County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.13519, -97.49499
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic24,476 (2024)
Projected traffic44,700 by 2033
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$100,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 81/287 over Teeter Branch built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is US 81/287 over Teeter Branch 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 over Teeter Branch carry?

About 24,476 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is US 81/287 over Teeter Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 81/287 over Teeter Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.