US 87 NB over Canadian River
FairPotter County, Texas · 11.5 MI S of Moore Cl · Structure no. 041880004105064
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 575 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,850
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 NB over Canadian River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 NB over Canadian River in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 87 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 5,850 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,240 by 2033. The structure is 575 ft (175.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Canadian River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US 87 NB over Canadian 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 87 NB over Canadian River carry?
About 5,850 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 87 NB over Canadian River?
The structure is 575 ft (175.3 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 NB over Canadian River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.