US 87 over Dry Draw
FairConcho County, Texas · 6.6 MI E of FM 2134 · Structure no. 070480007005029
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1957
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,135
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Dry Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Dry Draw in Concho County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1957, 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 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 2,135 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,680 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 over Dry Draw built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.
What condition is US 87 over Dry 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 over Dry Draw carry?
About 2,135 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Dry Draw?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Dry Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.