US 87 over Guadalupe River
GoodDeWitt County, Texas · 0.30 MI NE of US 183 · Structure no. 130620014308037
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 1,295 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Guadalupe River is a steel truss - thru carrying US 87 over Guadalupe River in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,200 by 2033. The structure is 1,295 ft (394.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 over Guadalupe River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 over Guadalupe 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 over Guadalupe River carry?
About 3,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Guadalupe River?
The structure is 1,295 ft (394.7 m) long with a longest span of 250 ft (76.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Guadalupe River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.