US Bridges

US 87 NB over Draw

Good

Coke County, Texas · 4.40 MI SE Sterling C/L · Structure no. 070410006905120

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,018
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 NB over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 NB over Draw in Coke County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 3,018 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,100 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 87 NB
CrossesDraw
Location4.40 MI SE Sterling C/L
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates31.6972, -100.77508
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic3,018 (2020)
Projected traffic4,100 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 87 NB over Draw built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 87 NB over Draw 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 NB over Draw carry?

About 3,018 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 87 NB over Draw?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 87 NB over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.