SH 87 over Mill Creek
GoodNewton County, Texas · 3.05 MI N of Re 255 · Structure no. 201760030405078
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 910
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 87 over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 87 over Mill Creek in Newton 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 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 910 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,060 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 87 over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 87 over Mill 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SH 87 over Mill Creek carry?
About 910 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is SH 87 over Mill Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SH 87 over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.