US Bridges

US 81/287 SB over Bu 81/287

Good

Wise County, Texas · 1.1 S. of FM 730 · Structure no. 022490001308330

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
280 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,073
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 81/287 SB over Bu 81/287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 81/287 SB over Bu 81/287 in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 15,073 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,600 by 2034. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 40 ft wide.

CarriesUS 81/287 SB
CrossesBu 81/287
Location1.1 S. of FM 730
RouteU.S. Route 81
StateTexas
Coordinates33.20362, -97.56693
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,073 (2024)
Projected traffic42,600 by 2034
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 81/287 SB over Bu 81/287 built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 81/287 SB over Bu 81/287 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 81/287 SB over Bu 81/287 carry?

About 15,073 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 81/287 SB over Bu 81/287?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 81/287 SB over Bu 81/287?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.