US Bridges

Broad ST over US 287

Good

Tarrant County, Texas · 2.6 MI S of FM 157 · Structure no. 022200017209162

Built
1982
43 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
285 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
23,845
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Broad ST over US 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Broad ST over US 287 in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1982 and reconstructed in 2005, 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 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 23,845 vehicles a day, projected to reach 27,330 by 2029. The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesBroad ST
CrossesUS 287
Location2.6 MI S of FM 157
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateTexas
Coordinates32.56795, -97.11739
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length285 ft (86.9 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.6 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,845 (2019)
Projected traffic27,330 by 2029
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Broad ST over US 287 built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is Broad ST over US 287 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 Broad ST over US 287 carry?

About 23,845 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Broad ST over US 287?

The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns Broad ST over US 287?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.