FM 2987 over Perdido Creek
GoodGoliad County, Texas · 1.2 MI N of US 59 · Structure no. 160890302503004
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 300 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 661
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2987 over Perdido Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2987 over Perdido Creek in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 661 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,040 by 2033. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2987 over Perdido Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2987 over Perdido 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM 2987 over Perdido Creek carry?
About 661 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 2987 over Perdido Creek?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2987 over Perdido Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.