US Bridges

US 287 SB over BNSF RR & Lp 285 Conn

Poor

Hardeman County, Texas · 1.23 MI E of FM 1166 · Structure no. 251000004302142

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
577 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,497
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 SB over BNSF RR & Lp 285 Conn is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 SB over BNSF RR & Lp 285 Conn in Hardeman County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 6,497 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,095 by 2041. The structure is 577 ft (175.9 m) long and 44 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 287 SB
CrossesBNSF RR & Lp 285 Conn
Location1.23 MI E of FM 1166
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyHardeman County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.31688, -99.82559
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+5 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length577 ft (175.9 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,497 (2021)
Projected traffic9,095 by 2041
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 SB over BNSF RR & Lp 285 Conn built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 SB over BNSF RR & Lp 285 Conn in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 SB over BNSF RR & Lp 285 Conn carry?

About 6,497 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 287 SB over BNSF RR & Lp 285 Conn?

The structure is 577 ft (175.9 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 SB over BNSF RR & Lp 285 Conn?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.