US 87 over Lost Creek
GoodDeWitt County, Texas · 0.15 MI NW of SH 72 · Structure no. 130620014308045
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Lost Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Lost Creek in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 over Lost Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 over Lost 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 Lost Creek carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 47% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Lost Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Lost Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.