US Bridges

US 287 NB over Kenn-Little Schl RD

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.30 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 022200017209126

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
255 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
37,312
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 NB over Kenn-Little Schl RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 NB over Kenn-Little Schl RD in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 37,312 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,930 by 2033. The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 287 NB
CrossesKenn-Little Schl RD
Location0.30 MI S of IH 20
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates32.66819, -97.20424
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 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 spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length255 ft (77.7 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,312 (2019)
Projected traffic50,930 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 NB over Kenn-Little Schl RD built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 NB over Kenn-Little Schl RD 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 287 NB over Kenn-Little Schl RD carry?

About 37,312 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 287 NB over Kenn-Little Schl RD?

The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 NB over Kenn-Little Schl RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.