US 287 NB over Bus 287 SB & Creek
FairEllis County, Texas · 6.2 MI W of IH 45 · Structure no. 180710017208454
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 361 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,290
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 NB over Bus 287 SB & Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 NB over Bus 287 SB & Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 8,290 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,670 by 2033. The structure is 361 ft (110 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 NB over Bus 287 SB & Creek built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 NB over Bus 287 SB & 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 287 NB over Bus 287 SB & Creek carry?
About 8,290 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 287 NB over Bus 287 SB & Creek?
The structure is 361 ft (110 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 NB over Bus 287 SB & Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.