US 87 NB over Beaver Creek
GoodMason County, Texas · 0.85 MI NW of RM 152 · Structure no. 141570007104069
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 600 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,472
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 NB over Beaver Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 NB over Beaver Creek in Mason County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 1,472 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,530 by 2033. The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 NB over Beaver Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 NB over Beaver Creek 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 87 NB over Beaver Creek carry?
About 1,472 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 87 NB over Beaver Creek?
The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 NB over Beaver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.