US Bridges

US 287 over Dry Creek

Fair

Tyler County, Texas · 2.10 MI SE of Polk C/L · Structure no. 202290034104017

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,815
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Dry Creek in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 95 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 2,815 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,990 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 287
CrossesDry Creek
Location2.10 MI SE of Polk C/L
RouteU.S. Route 287
CountyTyler County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.92738, -94.6072
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width49 ft (15 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,815 (2022)
Projected traffic3,990 by 2033
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 287 over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is US 287 over Dry 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 287 over Dry Creek carry?

About 2,815 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 287 over Dry Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.