US 87 over San Saba River
FairMcCulloch County, Texas · 4.40 MI N of Mason C/L · Structure no. 231600007102067
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 810 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,027
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over San Saba River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 over San Saba River in McCulloch County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,027 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,782 by 2038. The structure is 810 ft (246.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 over San Saba River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 over San Saba River 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 San Saba River carry?
About 2,027 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over San Saba River?
The structure is 810 ft (246.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over San Saba River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.