US Bridges

FM 287 over Gonzales Creek

Good

Stephens County, Texas · 0.45 MI E of US 183 · Structure no. 232150308101001

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
123 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,622
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 287 over Gonzales Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 287 over Gonzales Creek in Stephens County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,622 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,700 by 2033. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 287
CrossesGonzales Creek
Location0.45 MI E of US 183
RouteState Highway 287
StateTexas
Coordinates32.76694, -98.8947
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length123 ft (37.5 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,622 (2023)
Projected traffic2,700 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 FM 287 over Gonzales Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 287 over Gonzales 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FM 287 over Gonzales Creek carry?

About 1,622 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 287 over Gonzales Creek?

The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 287 over Gonzales Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.