US Bridges

Lp 287 over SH 103

Good

Angelina County, Texas · 1.60 MI SE of US 59 · Structure no. 110030033605042

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,560
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 287 over SH 103 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 287 over SH 103 in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 9,560 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,610 by 2030. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 87 ft wide.

CarriesLp 287
CrossesSH 103
Location1.60 MI SE of US 59
RouteState Highway 287
StateTexas
Coordinates31.35242, -94.69755
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.6 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,560 (2010)
Projected traffic20,610 by 2030
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 287 over SH 103 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 287 over SH 103 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does Lp 287 over SH 103 carry?

About 9,560 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Lp 287 over SH 103?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 287 over SH 103?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.