US 287 over Bull Creek
GoodPolk County, Texas · 8.75 MI W of US 59 · Structure no. 111870034102023
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,578
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 over Bull Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 287 over Bull Creek in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 72 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,578 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,197 by 2042. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Bull Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is US 287 over Bull Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 over Bull Creek carry?
About 2,578 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 287 over Bull Creek?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 over Bull Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.