US Bridges

FM 2087 over IH 20

Fair

Gregg County, Texas · 2.32 Miles East of SH 31 · Structure no. 100930049507285

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
310 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,970
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2087 over IH 20 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2087 over IH 20 in Gregg County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 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 2,970 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,160 by 2033. The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2087
CrossesIH 20
Location2.32 Miles East of SH 31
RouteState Highway 2087
CountyGregg County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.43378, -94.78932
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length310 ft (94.5 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,970 (2013)
Projected traffic4,160 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2087 over IH 20 built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2087 over IH 20 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2087 over IH 20 carry?

About 2,970 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 2087 over IH 20?

The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2087 over IH 20?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.