US Bridges

US 287 over Dry Creek Relief

Good

Polk County, Texas · 0.50 MI E of US 59 · Structure no. 111870034103026

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,928
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Dry Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Dry Creek Relief in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 2,928 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,240 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 287
CrossesDry Creek Relief
Location0.50 MI E of US 59
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates30.99702, -94.81921
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,928 (2022)
Projected traffic4,240 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 over Dry Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 over Dry Creek Relief 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 over Dry Creek Relief carry?

About 2,928 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Dry Creek Relief?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 287 over Dry Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.