Loop 472 over US 87
FairLynn County, Texas · 1.00 MI S of US 380 · Structure no. 051530006802014
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 430
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Loop 472 over US 87 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Loop 472 over US 87 in Lynn County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 5 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 430 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 610 by 2033. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 35 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Loop 472 over US 87 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Loop 472 over US 87 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 Loop 472 over US 87 carry?
About 430 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Loop 472 over US 87?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Loop 472 over US 87?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.