Bu 287 over Sycamore Creek
FairTarrant County, Texas · 0.15 MI S of Berry ST · Structure no. 022200017201001
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1957
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 228 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,066
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 287 over Sycamore Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Bu 287 over Sycamore Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 94 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 11,066 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,770 by 2033. The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 287 over Sycamore Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.
What condition is Bu 287 over Sycamore Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does Bu 287 over Sycamore Creek carry?
About 11,066 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Bu 287 over Sycamore Creek?
The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.3 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 287 over Sycamore Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.