US Bridges

US 287 Ramp Rmpnna over Little Mustang Creek

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of US 287 · Structure no. 180710017208455

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
660 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 Ramp Rmpnna over Little Mustang Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 Ramp Rmpnna over Little Mustang Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2042. The structure is 660 ft (201.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 287 Ramp Rmpnna
CrossesLittle Mustang Creek
Location0.10 MI S of US 287
RouteState Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.31943, -96.65966
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length660 ft (201.2 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2017)
Projected traffic600 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Ramp Rmpnna over Little Mustang Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 Ramp Rmpnna over Little Mustang Creek 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 Ramp Rmpnna over Little Mustang Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 287 Ramp Rmpnna over Little Mustang Creek?

The structure is 660 ft (201.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 Ramp Rmpnna over Little Mustang Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.