US 87 over Drain
FairMcCulloch County, Texas · 0.30 MI E of FM 3022 · Structure no. 231600007006036
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,293
- 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 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 3,293 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,509 by 2038. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
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 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 over Drain carry?
About 3,293 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Drain?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US 87 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.