US 287 NB over Bus 287
FairWichita County, Texas · 1.1 MI SE of FM 2384 · Structure no. 032430004308126
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 155 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,320
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 287 NB over Bus 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 287 NB over Bus 287 in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 8,320 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,650 by 2033. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 287 NB over Bus 287 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 287 NB over Bus 287 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 2022.
How much traffic does US 287 NB over Bus 287 carry?
About 8,320 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 287 NB over Bus 287?
The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 287 NB over Bus 287?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.