US 87 NB over BNSF Railroad & Draw
FairCalhoun County, Texas · 3.45 MI S Victoria Cty LN · Structure no. 130290014403088
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 356 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,838
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 NB over BNSF Railroad & Draw is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 NB over BNSF Railroad & Draw in Calhoun County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 3,838 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,700 by 2036. The structure is 356 ft (108.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 NB over BNSF Railroad & Draw built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 NB over BNSF Railroad & Draw 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 NB over BNSF Railroad & Draw carry?
About 3,838 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 87 NB over BNSF Railroad & Draw?
The structure is 356 ft (108.6 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 NB over BNSF Railroad & Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.