US 287 over Hurricane Bayou
FairHouston County, Texas · 0.7 MI NW of Loop 304 · Structure no. 111140010904006
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,582
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 over Hurricane Bayou is a concrete slab carrying US 287 over Hurricane Bayou in Houston County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 97 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 6 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 7,582 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,740 by 2033. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 over Hurricane Bayou built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is US 287 over Hurricane Bayou 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 over Hurricane Bayou carry?
About 7,582 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 287 over Hurricane Bayou?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 over Hurricane Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.