US Bridges

SH 87 over Drain

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 0.8 MI SW of SH 82 · Structure no. 201240030701013

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
14,496
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 87 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 87 over Drain in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 95 years old, older 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 14,496 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,643 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSH 87
CrossesDrain
Location0.8 MI SW of SH 82
RouteState Highway 87
StateTexas
Coordinates29.857, -93.97101
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck25 ft (7.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,496 (2022)
Projected traffic24,643 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 87 over Drain built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is SH 87 over Drain 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SH 87 over Drain carry?

About 14,496 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 87 over Drain?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SH 87 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.