US 87 over Rocky Creek
GoodGillespie County, Texas · 0.8 MI N of FM 2323 · Structure no. 140870007106064
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,618
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Rocky Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Rocky Creek in Gillespie County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 3,618 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 520 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 Rocky Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 over Rocky 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 87 over Rocky Creek carry?
About 3,618 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Rocky Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Rocky Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.