US Bridges

US 287 Nbfr over Upper Mustang Creek

Fair

Ellis County, Texas · 0.55 MI SE of US 77 · Structure no. 180710017205086

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
171 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,330
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 Nbfr over Upper Mustang Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 Nbfr over Upper Mustang Creek 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 7,330 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,270 by 2033. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 287 Nbfr
CrossesUpper Mustang Creek
Location0.55 MI SE of US 77
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41698, -96.83114
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,330 (2013)
Projected traffic10,270 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$145,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 Nbfr over Upper Mustang Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 Nbfr over Upper Mustang 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 Nbfr over Upper Mustang Creek carry?

About 7,330 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 287 Nbfr over Upper Mustang Creek?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 Nbfr over Upper Mustang Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.