US Bridges

SH 87 over UP RR & Masonic DR

Good

Orange County, Texas · 0.50 MI N of FM 105 · Structure no. 201810030601032

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,380 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
16,084
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 87 over UP RR & Masonic DR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 87 over UP RR & Masonic DR in Orange County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 16,084 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,800 by 2032. The structure is 1,380 ft (420.6 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSH 87
CrossesUP RR & Masonic DR
Location0.50 MI N of FM 105
RouteState Highway 73
StateTexas
Coordinates30.08922, -93.77182
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans12
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,380 ft (420.6 m)
Longest span129 ft (39.3 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.6 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,084 (2022)
Projected traffic37,800 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 87 over UP RR & Masonic DR built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 87 over UP RR & Masonic DR 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SH 87 over UP RR & Masonic DR carry?

About 16,084 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 87 over UP RR & Masonic DR?

The structure is 1,380 ft (420.6 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns SH 87 over UP RR & Masonic DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.