US Bridges

US 287 SB over Bell RD

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 1.00 MI E of FM 368 · Structure no. 032430004309082

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
128 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,490
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 287 SB over Bell RD is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 287 SB over Bell RD in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 11,490 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,090 by 2033. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 287 SB
CrossesBell RD
Location1.00 MI E of FM 368
RouteU.S. Route 287
StateTexas
Coordinates33.96412, -98.65568
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length128 ft (39 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,490 (2013)
Projected traffic16,090 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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 over Bell RD built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 287 SB over Bell RD 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does US 287 SB over Bell RD carry?

About 11,490 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 287 SB over Bell RD?

The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 287 SB over Bell RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.