US Bridges

US 87 NB over Cannibal Draw Relief

Fair

Glasscock County, Texas · 2.70 MI NW of Sterling Cl · Structure no. 070880006902145

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
197 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,810
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 NB over Cannibal Draw Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 NB over Cannibal Draw Relief in Glasscock County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 5 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 1,810 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,534 by 2042. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 87 NB
CrossesCannibal Draw Relief
Location2.70 MI NW of Sterling Cl
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates32.01428, -101.2989
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length197 ft (60 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,810 (2022)
Projected traffic2,534 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 87 NB over Cannibal Draw Relief built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 87 NB over Cannibal Draw Relief 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 NB over Cannibal Draw Relief carry?

About 1,810 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 87 NB over Cannibal Draw Relief?

The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 87 NB over Cannibal Draw Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.