US Bridges

Lp 287 & US 59 over FM 841

Good

Angelina County, Texas · 0.80 MI NE of US 69 · Structure no. 110030255301015

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
275 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
38,262
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 287 & US 59 over FM 841 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 287 & US 59 over FM 841 in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 38,262 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,740 by 2033. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 83 ft wide.

CarriesLp 287 & US 59
CrossesFM 841
Location0.80 MI NE of US 69
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateTexas
Coordinates31.32923, -94.69066
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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.3 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,262 (2019)
Projected traffic53,740 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 287 & US 59 over FM 841 built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 287 & US 59 over FM 841 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 & US 59 over FM 841 carry?

About 38,262 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is Lp 287 & US 59 over FM 841?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns Lp 287 & US 59 over FM 841?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.