US 287 over Kickapoo Creek
GoodTrinity County, Texas · 0.60 MI E of FM 355 · Structure no. 112280034101001
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,806
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 over Kickapoo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Kickapoo Creek in Trinity County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 99 years old, older 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 2,806 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,480 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 over Kickapoo Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is US 287 over Kickapoo Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 287 over Kickapoo Creek carry?
About 2,806 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 287 over Kickapoo Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 over Kickapoo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.