US Bridges

US 87 over Thomas Creek

Good

DeWitt County, Texas · 0.82 MI S of FM 240 · Structure no. 130620014308018

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1963
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
72 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,285
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 over Thomas Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 87 over Thomas Creek in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 97 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 2,285 vehicles a day, roughly 51% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,080 by 2033. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 87
CrossesThomas Creek
Location0.82 MI S of FM 240
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates29.18812, -97.46144
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,285 (2023)
Projected traffic4,080 by 2033
Trucks51%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Thomas Creek built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.

What condition is US 87 over Thomas 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 over Thomas Creek carry?

About 2,285 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 51% are trucks.

How long is US 87 over Thomas Creek?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 87 over Thomas Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.