US Bridges

SH 87 over Draw

Good

Shelby County, Texas · 0.60 MI SE of US 59 · Structure no. 112100030407043

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1963
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,498
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 87 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SH 87 over Draw in Shelby County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1963, 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 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 3,498 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,950 by 2035. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 87
CrossesDraw
Location0.60 MI SE of US 59
RouteState Highway 87
StateTexas
Coordinates31.90017, -94.39251
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,498 (2020)
Projected traffic4,950 by 2035
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 87 over Draw built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.

What condition is SH 87 over Draw 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SH 87 over Draw carry?

About 3,498 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 87 over Draw?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns SH 87 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.