US 287 over Box Creek Trib
FairAnderson County, Texas · 2.3 MI S of SH 294W · Structure no. 100010010902030
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,710
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 over Box Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Box Creek Trib in Anderson County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 95 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 5,710 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,970 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 over Box Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is US 287 over Box Creek Trib 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does US 287 over Box Creek Trib carry?
About 5,710 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 287 over Box Creek Trib?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 287 over Box Creek Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.