US Bridges

US 287 over Brier Creek Tributary

Fair

Montague County, Texas · 1.5 MI NW of SH 59 · Structure no. 031690022403049

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
19,691
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Brier Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Brier Creek Tributary in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 19,691 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,570 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 287
CrossesBrier Creek Tributary
Location1.5 MI NW of SH 59
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyMontague County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.56675, -97.88519
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,691 (2019)
Projected traffic24,570 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 over Brier Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 over Brier Creek Tributary 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 over Brier Creek Tributary carry?

About 19,691 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Brier Creek Tributary?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 287 over Brier Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.