US Bridges

FM 663 over US 287

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Ellis County, Texas · 1.0 MI SE of US 67 · Structure no. 180710017213212

Built
2010
15 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
312 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,050
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 663 over US 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 663 over US 287 in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2010 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 15 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 13,050 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,800 by 2031. The structure is 312 ft (95 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 663
CrossesUS 287
Location1.0 MI SE of US 67
RouteState Highway 0
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.46265, -96.99365
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length312 ft (95 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width99 ft (30.2 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,050 (2023)
Projected traffic9,800 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 663 over US 287 built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is FM 663 over US 287 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 March 2022.

How much traffic does FM 663 over US 287 carry?

About 13,050 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is FM 663 over US 287?

The structure is 312 ft (95 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.

Who owns FM 663 over US 287?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.