SH 73/SH 87 WB over Neches River
PoorJefferson County, Texas · 6.0 MI NE of US 69 · Structure no. 201240030603015
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 7,707 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,227
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 73/SH 87 WB over Neches River is a steel continuous truss - thru carrying SH 73/SH 87 WB over Neches River in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 86 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 15,227 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,318 by 2042. The structure is 7,707 ft (2,349.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 73/SH 87 WB over Neches River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is SH 73/SH 87 WB over Neches River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 73/SH 87 WB over Neches River carry?
About 15,227 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 73/SH 87 WB over Neches River?
The structure is 7,707 ft (2,349.1 m) long with a longest span of 680 ft (207.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns SH 73/SH 87 WB over Neches River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.