US 87 over Barons Creek
FairGillespie County, Texas · 6.1 MI N of US 290 · Structure no. 140870007106044
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1957
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,204
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Barons Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 87 over Barons Creek in Gillespie County, Texas. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 82 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 5,204 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,080 by 2033. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 over Barons Creek built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.
What condition is US 87 over Barons Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 87 over Barons Creek carry?
About 5,204 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Barons Creek?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Barons Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.