US 287 SB over UPRR
FairEllis County, Texas · 0.65 MI E of IH 35E · Structure no. 180710017205083
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 430 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,770
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 SB over UPRR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 SB over UPRR in Ellis 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 15,770 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,080 by 2033. The structure is 430 ft (131.1 m) long and 44 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 SB over UPRR built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 SB 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 SB over UPRR carry?
About 15,770 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 287 SB over UPRR?
The structure is 430 ft (131.1 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 SB over UPRR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.