US 87 NB over CR 21
GoodHoward County, Texas · 7.2 Miles N of IH 20 · Structure no. 081150006815192
- Built
- 2020
- 5 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 280 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,524
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 NB over CR 21 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 NB over CR 21 in Howard County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 1,524 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,134 by 2040. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 40 ft wide.
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 NB over CR 21 built?
It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 NB over CR 21 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 US 87 NB over CR 21 carry?
About 1,524 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 87 NB over CR 21?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 NB over CR 21?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.