SH 87 over Drainage Ditch
FairNewton County, Texas · 2.85 MI N of SH 12 · Structure no. 201760030505040
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1978
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,903
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 87 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 87 over Drainage Ditch in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 77 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 3,903 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,464 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 87 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.
What condition is SH 87 over Drainage Ditch 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SH 87 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 3,903 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SH 87 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns SH 87 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.