US Bridges

SH 87 over Lost Lake Canal

Good

Jefferson County, Texas · 5.5 MI S of SH 82 · Structure no. 201240030701017

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
8,761
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 87 over Lost Lake Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SH 87 over Lost Lake Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 8,761 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,265 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSH 87
CrossesLost Lake Canal
Location5.5 MI S of SH 82
RouteState Highway 87
StateTexas
Coordinates29.79302, -93.9629
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,761 (2022)
Projected traffic12,265 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 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 SH 87 over Lost Lake Canal built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 87 over Lost Lake Canal 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 Lost Lake Canal carry?

About 8,761 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SH 87 over Lost Lake Canal?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 87 over Lost Lake Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.