US 87 SB over 98th Street
FairLubbock County, Texas · 1.65 MI S of S Lp 289 · Structure no. 051520006801017
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 175 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 SB over 98th Street is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 SB over 98th Street in Lubbock County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,610 by 2033. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 42 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 SB over 98th Street built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 SB over 98th Street 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 87 SB over 98th Street carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 87 SB over 98th Street?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 SB over 98th Street?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.