US 87 SB over FM 1585
FairLubbock County, Texas · 3.65 MI S of S Lp 289 · Structure no. 051520006801021
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 175 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,864
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 SB over FM 1585 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 SB over FM 1585 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 9,864 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,710 by 2033. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 FM 1585 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 SB over FM 1585 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 87 SB over FM 1585 carry?
About 9,864 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 87 SB over FM 1585?
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 FM 1585?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.