US Bridges

US 287 SB over UP RR & Waxahachie Creek

Fair

Ellis County, Texas · 1.0 MI E of Midlothian · Structure no. 180710017205240

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
322 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,931
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 SB over UP RR & Waxahachie Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 SB over UP RR & Waxahachie Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 19,931 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,950 by 2042. The structure is 322 ft (98 m) long and 39 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 287 SB
CrossesUP RR & Waxahachie Creek
Location1.0 MI E of Midlothian
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.47217, -96.96833
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length322 ft (98 m)
Longest span85 ft (26 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,931 (2019)
Projected traffic33,950 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 SB over UP RR & Waxahachie Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 SB over UP RR & Waxahachie 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 287 SB over UP RR & Waxahachie Creek carry?

About 19,931 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 287 SB over UP RR & Waxahachie Creek?

The structure is 322 ft (98 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (26 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 SB over UP RR & Waxahachie Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.