US 287 Ml over Drainage Ditch
FairEllis County, Texas · 6.3 MI SE of Spur 394 · Structure no. 180710017208175
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,510
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 Ml over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 Ml over Drainage Ditch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 24,510 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,670 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 Ml over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 Ml over Drainage Ditch 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 Ml over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 24,510 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 287 Ml over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US 287 Ml over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.