Bu 81/287 over US 81
FairWise County, Texas · At JCT US-81 & US-287 · Structure no. 022490001308054
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 312 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,038
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 81/287 over US 81 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bu 81/287 over US 81 in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 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 5,038 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,740 by 2033. The structure is 312 ft (95.1 m) long and 46 ft wide.
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 81/287 over US 81 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bu 81/287 over US 81 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 Bu 81/287 over US 81 carry?
About 5,038 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Bu 81/287 over US 81?
The structure is 312 ft (95.1 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 81/287 over US 81?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.