US 87 over Birds Creek
GoodDeWitt County, Texas · 1.30 MI W of FM 240 · Structure no. 130620014308184
- Built
- 2023
- 2 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,277
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Birds Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Birds Creek in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 years old, younger 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 3,277 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,588 by 2042. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 9 Excellent | 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 Birds Creek built?
It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 over Birds 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 over Birds Creek carry?
About 3,277 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Birds Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Birds Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.