FM 878 over US 287
GoodEllis County, Texas · 1.85 MI SE of FM 813 · Structure no. 180710017205148
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 310 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,509
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 878 over US 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 878 over US 287 in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 6,509 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,380 by 2033. The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 878 over US 287 built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 878 over 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 FM 878 over US 287 carry?
About 6,509 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 878 over US 287?
The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns FM 878 over US 287?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.