Walter Stephenson over US 287
GoodEllis County, Texas · 0.6 MI SW of US 67 · Structure no. 180710017213213
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 348 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,134
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Walter Stephenson over US 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Walter Stephenson over US 287 in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2010, 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 1,134 vehicles a day, projected to reach 800 by 2031. The structure is 348 ft (106 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Walter Stephenson over US 287 built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is Walter Stephenson 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 Walter Stephenson over US 287 carry?
About 1,134 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is Walter Stephenson over US 287?
The structure is 348 ft (106 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (33 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Walter Stephenson over US 287?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.