US Bridges

US 287 Sbfr over Mustang Creek

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.55 MI SE of US 77 · Structure no. 180710017205090

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
135 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,990
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 Sbfr over Mustang Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 Sbfr over 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 1,990 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,790 by 2033. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 287 Sbfr
CrossesMustang Creek
Location0.55 MI SE of US 77
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41213, -96.82965
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,990 (2013)
Projected traffic2,790 by 2033
Trucks0%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 Sbfr over Mustang Creek built?

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

What condition is US 287 Sbfr over 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 Sbfr over Mustang Creek carry?

About 1,990 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is US 287 Sbfr over Mustang Creek?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 Sbfr over Mustang Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.