US 87 over Draw @ CR 21
FairHoward County, Texas · Intersection US87 & CR21 · Structure no. 081150006815199
- Built
- 2020
- 5 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,468
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Draw @ CR 21 is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Draw @ 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 1,468 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,168 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 468 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 over Draw @ CR 21 built?
It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 over Draw @ CR 21 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 over Draw @ CR 21 carry?
About 1,468 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Draw @ CR 21?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 468 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Draw @ CR 21?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.