US Bridges

US287 NB to 35 N over IH 35W NB Gp 4th RR

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.35 Mi. N. of Chambers · Structure no. 022200001416622

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,612 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
27,751
2021 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

US287 NB to 35 N over IH 35W NB Gp 4th RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US287 NB to 35 N over IH 35W NB Gp 4th RR in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 27,751 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,626 by 2041. The structure is 1,612 ft (491.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS287 NB to 35 N
CrossesIH 35W NB Gp 4th RR
Location0.35 Mi. N. of Chambers
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates32.75679, -97.3179
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans12 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,612 ft (491.3 m)
Longest span136 ft (41.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,751 (2021)
Projected traffic41,626 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US287 NB to 35 N over IH 35W NB Gp 4th RR built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is US287 NB to 35 N over IH 35W NB Gp 4th RR 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US287 NB to 35 N over IH 35W NB Gp 4th RR carry?

About 27,751 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US287 NB to 35 N over IH 35W NB Gp 4th RR?

The structure is 1,612 ft (491.3 m) long with a longest span of 136 ft (41.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns US287 NB to 35 N over IH 35W NB Gp 4th RR?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.