US 87 over Deer Creek
GoodDeWitt County, Texas · 1.02 MI S of FM 953 · Structure no. 130620014308020
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 248 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Deer Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 87 over Deer 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 47% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,290 by 2033. The structure is 248 ft (75.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 US 87 over Deer 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 Deer 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 Deer Creek carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 47% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Deer Creek?
The structure is 248 ft (75.5 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.