US Bridges

US 287 over Drain

Good

Potter County, Texas · 0.2 MI E of FM 1912 · Structure no. 041880004201055

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
12,569
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Drain in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 61 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 12,569 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,880 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 287
CrossesDrain
Location0.2 MI E of FM 1912
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates35.18815, -101.65126
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,569 (2020)
Projected traffic16,880 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 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 Drain built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is US 287 over Drain 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 287 over Drain carry?

About 12,569 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Drain?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns US 287 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.