SH 87 WB over SH 73
FairJefferson County, Texas · 0.6 MI SW of FM 366 · Structure no. 201240050804238
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 380 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,089
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 87 WB over SH 73 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 87 WB over SH 73 in Jefferson County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 8,089 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,460 by 2033. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 44 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 87 WB over SH 73 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 87 WB over SH 73 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SH 87 WB over SH 73 carry?
About 8,089 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SH 87 WB over SH 73?
The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns SH 87 WB over SH 73?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.