US Bridges

US 287 over Lowe Branch

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 3.8 MI S of FM 157 · Structure no. 022200017209166

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
44,141
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Lowe Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Lowe Branch 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 44,141 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,000 by 2033. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS 287
CrossesLowe Branch
Location3.8 MI S of FM 157
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.55095, -97.10976
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic44,141 (2024)
Projected traffic38,000 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure5
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 over Lowe Branch built?

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

What condition is US 287 over Lowe Branch 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 over Lowe Branch carry?

About 44,141 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Lowe Branch?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 287 over Lowe Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.