FM 587 over Sabanna River
GoodComanche County, Texas · 2.45 MI E of FM 2247 · Structure no. 230470103601001
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 200 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 723
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 587 over Sabanna River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 587 over Sabanna River in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 86 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 723 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,090 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 587 over Sabanna River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is FM 587 over Sabanna River 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM 587 over Sabanna River carry?
About 723 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 587 over Sabanna River?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 587 over Sabanna River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.