US Bridges

Lp 287 over Cedar Creek

Fair

Angelina County, Texas · 0.8 MI S of SH 94 · Structure no. 110030255301001

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33,190
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 287 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 287 over Cedar Creek in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 64 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 33,190 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,850 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 143 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesLp 287
CrossesCedar Creek
Location0.8 MI S of SH 94
RouteState Highway 287
CountyAngelina County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.32094, -94.75452
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width143 ft (43.7 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,190 (2024)
Projected traffic44,850 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 287 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is Lp 287 over Cedar Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 287 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 33,190 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Lp 287 over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 143 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 287 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.