US Bridges

Lp 287 & US 59 over UPRR

Fair

Angelina County, Texas · 1.60 MI N of SH 103 · Structure no. 110030255301007

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
280 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
30,000
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 287 & US 59 over UPRR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 287 & US 59 over UPRR 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 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 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,450 by 2030. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesLp 287 & US 59
CrossesUPRR
Location1.60 MI N of SH 103
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyAngelina County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.3623, -94.70007
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating75 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.6 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,000 (2010)
Projected traffic42,450 by 2030
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 & US 59 over UPRR built?

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

What condition is Lp 287 & US 59 over UPRR 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 2022.

How much traffic does Lp 287 & US 59 over UPRR carry?

About 30,000 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Lp 287 & US 59 over UPRR?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 287 & US 59 over UPRR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.