US 87 over Pedernales River
GoodGillespie County, Texas · 3.65 MI S of US 290 · Structure no. 140870007201193
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 565 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,123
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Pedernales River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 over Pedernales River in Gillespie County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 7,123 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,490 by 2033. The structure is 565 ft (172.2 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Pedernales River built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 over Pedernales River 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 Pedernales River carry?
About 7,123 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Pedernales River?
The structure is 565 ft (172.2 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Pedernales River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.