US Bridges

US 287 SB Off Rp D over US 287 NB on Rp a

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.28 MI S of IH 30 · Structure no. 022200017206270

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
221 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
29,000
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 SB Off Rp D over US 287 NB on Rp a is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 287 SB Off Rp D over US 287 NB on Rp a in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 29,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,130 by 2035. The structure is 221 ft (67.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 287 SB Off Rp D
CrossesUS 287 NB on Rp a
Location0.28 MI S of IH 30
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.74726, -97.30837
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length221 ft (67.4 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,000 (2015)
Projected traffic45,130 by 2035
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$140,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 SB Off Rp D over US 287 NB on Rp a built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 SB Off Rp D over US 287 NB on Rp a 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 287 SB Off Rp D over US 287 NB on Rp a carry?

About 29,000 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is US 287 SB Off Rp D over US 287 NB on Rp a?

The structure is 221 ft (67.4 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 SB Off Rp D over US 287 NB on Rp a?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.