US Bridges

FM 787 over Little Pine Island Bayou

Good

Hardin County, Texas · 4.65 MI SE of FM 1293 · Structure no. 201010081302034

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
148 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
925
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 787 over Little Pine Island Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 787 over Little Pine Island Bayou in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 925 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,280 by 2031. The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 787
CrossesLittle Pine Island Bayou
Location4.65 MI SE of FM 1293
RouteState Highway 787
StateTexas
Coordinates30.34873, -94.5881
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length148 ft (45.1 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.9 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic925 (2022)
Projected traffic2,280 by 2031
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 787 over Little Pine Island Bayou built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 787 over Little Pine Island Bayou 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 787 over Little Pine Island Bayou carry?

About 925 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FM 787 over Little Pine Island Bayou?

The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns FM 787 over Little Pine Island Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.