US 87 NB over Drain
GoodDeWitt County, Texas · 9.30 MI SE of US 183/77A · Structure no. 130620014309069
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,231
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 NB over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 NB over Drain in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 56 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 4,231 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,980 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 NB over Drain built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is US 87 NB over Drain 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 NB over Drain carry?
About 4,231 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 87 NB over Drain?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 NB over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.