US 87 over Drain
GoodMcCulloch County, Texas · 7.85 MI E of Concho C/L · Structure no. 231600007006034
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 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 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,352 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
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 33% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Drain?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.