US Bridges

US287 Mn Lns/Fr RD over Kee Branch Trib

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 1.7 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 022200017209133

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
61,000
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US287 Mn Lns/Fr RD over Kee Branch Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US287 Mn Lns/Fr RD over Kee Branch Trib 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 61,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 101,860 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesUS287 Mn Lns/Fr RD
CrossesKee Branch Trib
Location1.7 MI S of IH 20
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates32.65049, -97.18879
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic61,000 (2020)
Projected traffic101,860 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US287 Mn Lns/Fr RD over Kee Branch Trib built?

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

What condition is US287 Mn Lns/Fr RD over Kee Branch Trib 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 US287 Mn Lns/Fr RD over Kee Branch Trib carry?

About 61,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US287 Mn Lns/Fr RD over Kee Branch Trib?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US287 Mn Lns/Fr RD over Kee Branch Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.