US 287 NB over East Lelia Lake Creek
FairDonley County, Texas · 7.8MI E Clarendon Cty Lmt · Structure no. 250650004207017
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 143 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,840
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 NB over East Lelia Lake Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 287 NB over East Lelia Lake Creek in Donley County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 90 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 5,840 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,170 by 2033. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 NB over East Lelia Lake Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is US 287 NB over East Lelia Lake 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 287 NB over East Lelia Lake Creek carry?
About 5,840 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is US 287 NB over East Lelia Lake Creek?
The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 NB over East Lelia Lake Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.