US Bridges

Russell Curry RD over US 287

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 2.45 MI N of FM 157 · Structure no. 022200017209139

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
465 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,019
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Russell Curry RD over US 287 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Russell Curry RD over US 287 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 2,019 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,170 by 2029. The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRussell Curry RD
CrossesUS 287
Location2.45 MI N of FM 157
RouteCity Street 0
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.62648, -97.17123
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length465 ft (141.7 m)
Longest span155 ft (47.2 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,019 (2019)
Projected traffic2,170 by 2029
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Russell Curry RD over US 287 built?

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

What condition is Russell Curry RD over US 287 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 Russell Curry RD over US 287 carry?

About 2,019 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Russell Curry RD over US 287?

The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long with a longest span of 155 ft (47.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Russell Curry RD over US 287?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.