US 87 over Bear Creek
FairKendall County, Texas · 10.3 MI N of IH 10 · Structure no. 151310007202007
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,496
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Bear Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 87 over Bear Creek in Kendall County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 93 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 3,496 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,690 by 2033. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US 87 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 87 over Bear Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 over Bear Creek carry?
About 3,496 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.