FM 787 over Tarkington Bayou
GoodLiberty County, Texas · 2.2 MI E of SH 321 · Structure no. 201460081301154
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,560
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 787 over Tarkington Bayou is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 787 over Tarkington Bayou in Liberty County, Texas. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 5,560 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,784 by 2042. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 787 over Tarkington Bayou built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 787 over Tarkington Bayou 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does FM 787 over Tarkington Bayou carry?
About 5,560 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is FM 787 over Tarkington Bayou?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns FM 787 over Tarkington Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.