US 287 over White Rock Creek
FairHouston County, Texas · 1.2 MI SE of FM 232 · Structure no. 111140034001022
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 289 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,662
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 over White Rock Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 over White Rock Creek in Houston County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 1,662 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,070 by 2033. The structure is 289 ft (88.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 over White Rock Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 over White Rock Creek 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 White Rock Creek carry?
About 1,662 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 287 over White Rock Creek?
The structure is 289 ft (88.1 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 over White Rock Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.