US Bridges

Bu 287 P (n Main) over Trinity Bypass Channel

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.2 Mi. S of Northside · Structure no. 022200001401553

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Other
Concrete Continuous
Length
450 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,414
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bu 287 P (n Main) over Trinity Bypass Channel is a concrete continuous other carrying Bu 287 P (n Main) over Trinity Bypass Channel in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger 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 13,414 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,900 by 2033. The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesBu 287 P (n Main)
CrossesTrinity Bypass Channel
Location0.2 Mi. S of Northside
RouteState Highway 287
StateTexas
Coordinates32.77115, -97.34233
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length450 ft (137.2 m)
Longest span202 ft (61.6 m)
Deck width82 ft (24.9 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,414 (2024)
Projected traffic14,900 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bu 287 P (n Main) over Trinity Bypass Channel built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bu 287 P (n Main) over Trinity Bypass Channel 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 Bu 287 P (n Main) over Trinity Bypass Channel carry?

About 13,414 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Bu 287 P (n Main) over Trinity Bypass Channel?

The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long with a longest span of 202 ft (61.6 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Bu 287 P (n Main) over Trinity Bypass Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.