US 87 over Gohlke Crk
GoodDeWitt County, Texas · 0.55 MI SW of SH 72 · Structure no. 130620014308043
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,581
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Gohlke Crk is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Gohlke Crk in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 86 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 3,581 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,240 by 2033. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 over Gohlke Crk built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is US 87 over Gohlke Crk 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 Gohlke Crk carry?
About 3,581 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Gohlke Crk?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Gohlke Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.