US 287 NB over Mountain Creek
GoodEllis County, Texas · 4.0 MI NW of US 67 · Structure no. 180710017204202
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 440 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,252
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 NB over Mountain Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 NB over Mountain Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 22,252 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,950 by 2033. The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Mountain Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 NB over Mountain Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 287 NB over Mountain Creek carry?
About 22,252 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 287 NB over Mountain Creek?
The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 NB over Mountain Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.