US 287 NB over Cottonwood Branch
GoodEllis County, Texas · 6.40 MI W of SH 34 · Structure no. 180710017207171
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12,255
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 NB over Cottonwood Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 NB over Cottonwood Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 12,255 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,830 by 2033. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 40 ft wide.
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 NB over Cottonwood Branch built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 NB over Cottonwood Branch 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 287 NB over Cottonwood Branch carry?
About 12,255 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 287 NB over Cottonwood Branch?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 NB over Cottonwood Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.