US Bridges

Midlothian Pkwy SB over US 287

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 2.0 MI E of US 67 · Structure no. 180710017205221

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
390 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,027
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Midlothian Pkwy SB over US 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Midlothian Pkwy SB over US 287 in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 8,027 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,350 by 2031. The structure is 390 ft (119 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMidlothian Pkwy SB
CrossesUS 287
Location2.0 MI E of US 67
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.47023, -96.97661
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length390 ft (119 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,027 (2019)
Projected traffic5,350 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Midlothian Pkwy SB over US 287 built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Midlothian Pkwy SB 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 Midlothian Pkwy SB over US 287 carry?

About 8,027 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Midlothian Pkwy SB over US 287?

The structure is 390 ft (119 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Midlothian Pkwy SB over US 287?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.