CR 187 over Big Sandy Creek
GoodStephens County, Texas · 1.30 MI S of FM 1032 · Structure no. 232150AA0187002
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 187 over Big Sandy Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 187 over Big Sandy Creek in Stephens County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2035. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 187 over Big Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 187 over Big Sandy 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does CR 187 over Big Sandy Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is CR 187 over Big Sandy Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns CR 187 over Big Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.