US 287 Bus NB over Long Branch
GoodEllis County, Texas · 0.1 MI SE of US 287 · Structure no. 180710017211108
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,030
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 Bus NB over Long Branch is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 Bus NB over Long Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 4,030 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,640 by 2033. The structure is 125 ft (38.2 m) long and 44 ft wide.
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 Bus NB over Long Branch built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 Bus NB over Long 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 Bus NB over Long Branch carry?
About 4,030 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 287 Bus NB over Long Branch?
The structure is 125 ft (38.2 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 Bus NB over Long Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.