US 87 over Lime Kiln Crk
FairDeWitt County, Texas · 12.40 MI SE of US 183/77A · Structure no. 130620014309031
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,805
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Lime Kiln Crk is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Lime Kiln Crk in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 94 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 8,805 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,110 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 212 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 over Lime Kiln Crk built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is US 87 over Lime Kiln Crk in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 over Lime Kiln Crk carry?
About 8,805 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Lime Kiln Crk?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 212 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Lime Kiln Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.