US Bridges

US 87 over Drain

Good

McCulloch County, Texas · 5.25 MI E of Concho C/L · Structure no. 231600007006032

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,185
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Drain in McCulloch County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 90 years old, older 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 3,185 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,352 by 2038. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 87
CrossesDrain
Location5.25 MI E of Concho C/L
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates31.19942, -99.51807
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,185 (2020)
Projected traffic5,352 by 2038
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 87 over Drain built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is US 87 over Drain 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 over Drain carry?

About 3,185 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is US 87 over Drain?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 87 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.