US 287 Nbml over Upper Mustang Creek
GoodEllis County, Texas · 0.55 MI SE of US 77 · Structure no. 180710017205087
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,090
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 Nbml over Upper Mustang Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 Nbml 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 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 19,090 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,570 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 44 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Nbml over Upper Mustang Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 Nbml over Upper Mustang 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 Nbml over Upper Mustang Creek carry?
About 19,090 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 287 Nbml over Upper Mustang Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 Nbml over Upper Mustang Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.