US 287 over Clear Creek
FairTyler County, Texas · 1.10 MI SE of FM 1745 · Structure no. 202290034104018
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,987
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 over Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 287 over Clear Creek in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1980, 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 2,987 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,990 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 over Clear Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US 287 over Clear 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 Clear Creek carry?
About 2,987 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 287 over Clear Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 over Clear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.