US 87 over Drain
FairPotter County, Texas · At Jct. Loop 335 · Structure no. 041880004107065
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Drain is a steel culvert carrying US 87 over Drain in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 13,600 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,260 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 US 87 over Drain built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 over Drain 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 over Drain carry?
About 13,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Drain?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns US 87 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.