SH 87 over Causey Creek
GoodSabine County, Texas · 3.80 MI S of SH 21 · Structure no. 112020030403072
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,051
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 87 over Causey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 87 over Causey Creek in Sabine County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 3,051 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,271 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 87 over Causey Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 87 over Causey 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SH 87 over Causey Creek carry?
About 3,051 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is SH 87 over Causey Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns SH 87 over Causey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.