US Bridges

US 87 over Kelly Creek

Good

Concho County, Texas · 2.40 MI E of US 83 · Structure no. 070480007005019

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1968
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
86 ft
13 main spans
Daily traffic
3,199
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 over Kelly Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Kelly Creek in Concho County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 90 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 3,199 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,820 by 2033. The structure is 86 ft (26.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 87
CrossesKelly Creek
Location2.40 MI E of US 83
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates31.21787, -99.80499
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans13
Design loadUnknown
Structure length86 ft (26.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,199 (2023)
Projected traffic3,820 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 over Kelly Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.

What condition is US 87 over Kelly 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 over Kelly Creek carry?

About 3,199 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 87 over Kelly Creek?

The structure is 86 ft (26.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 87 over Kelly Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.