US Bridges

US 287 SB over Bus US 287

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.5 MI E of US 287 · Structure no. 180710017204208

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
295 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,795
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 SB over Bus US 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 SB over Bus US 287 in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 22,795 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,950 by 2031. The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long and 39 ft wide.

CarriesUS 287 SB
CrossesBus US 287
Location0.5 MI E of US 287
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates32.48211, -97.01807
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum 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 length295 ft (89.9 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.1 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,795 (2023)
Projected traffic8,950 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 287 SB over Bus US 287 built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 SB over Bus US 287 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 March 2022.

How much traffic does US 287 SB over Bus US 287 carry?

About 22,795 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is US 287 SB over Bus US 287?

The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 SB over Bus US 287?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.