US Bridges

US 87 over James Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.40 MI W of FM 1628 · Structure no. 150150014301073

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,471
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 over James Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over James Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 13,471 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,243 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 87
CrossesJames Creek
Location0.40 MI W of FM 1628
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates29.374, -98.29548
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,471 (2023)
Projected traffic17,243 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 87 over James Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 87 over James Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 over James Creek carry?

About 13,471 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 87 over James Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 87 over James Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.