US 287 NB over Walnut Creek
FairTarrant County, Texas · 2.0 MI S of FM 157 · Structure no. 022200017209160
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 350 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,725
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 NB over Walnut Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 NB over Walnut Creek in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 19,725 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,000 by 2033. The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long and 40 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 NB over Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 NB over Walnut 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 US 287 NB over Walnut Creek carry?
About 19,725 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 287 NB over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 NB over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.