US 287 NB over North Palo Duro Creek
FairMoore County, Texas · 9.2 MI N of FM 119 · Structure no. 041710006604002
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1953
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 122 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,070
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 NB over North Palo Duro Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 287 NB over North Palo Duro Creek in Moore County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1953, so it is 91 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 5 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 4,070 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,480 by 2033. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 NB over North Palo Duro Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.
What condition is US 287 NB over North Palo Duro 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 287 NB over North Palo Duro Creek carry?
About 4,070 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 287 NB over North Palo Duro Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 NB over North Palo Duro Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.