US Bridges

US 287 SB Ramp a over SH 180 WB

Fair

Tarrant County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of IH 30 · Structure no. 022200106802271

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
92 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
25,381
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 SB Ramp a over SH 180 WB is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 SB Ramp a over SH 180 WB in Tarrant County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 25,381 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 106,500 by 2035. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 287 SB Ramp a
CrossesSH 180 WB
Location0.1 MI S of IH 30
RouteInterstate 30
CountyTarrant County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.74733, -97.30991
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 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 alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,381 (2024)
Projected traffic106,500 by 2035
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 US 287 SB Ramp a over SH 180 WB built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 SB Ramp a over SH 180 WB 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 287 SB Ramp a over SH 180 WB carry?

About 25,381 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 287 SB Ramp a over SH 180 WB?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 SB Ramp a over SH 180 WB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.