US 287 Bus over Irving Branch
FairEllis County, Texas · 0.05 MI SE of FM 875 · Structure no. 180710017211040
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,434
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 Bus over Irving Branch is a concrete slab carrying US 287 Bus over Irving Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older 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 5 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 11,434 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,534 by 2042. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 Bus over Irving Branch built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 Bus over Irving Branch 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 Bus over Irving Branch carry?
About 11,434 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 287 Bus over Irving Branch?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 Bus over Irving Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.