US 87 NB over Drainage Ditch
GoodCalhoun County, Texas · 2.76 MI S of Victoria C/L · Structure no. 130290014403026
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,838
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 NB over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 NB over Drainage Ditch in Calhoun County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 83 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 3,838 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,230 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 NB over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is US 87 NB over Drainage Ditch 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 NB over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 3,838 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 87 NB over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 NB over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.