US 87 SB over North China Draw
FairSterling County, Texas · 7.90 MI SE of SH 158 · Structure no. 072160006904035
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1955
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 88 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,330
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 SB over North China Draw is a concrete slab carrying US 87 SB over North China Draw in Sterling County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 96 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 3,330 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,660 by 2033. The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US 87 SB over North China Draw built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.
What condition is US 87 SB over North China Draw 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 SB over North China Draw carry?
About 3,330 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 87 SB over North China Draw?
The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 SB over North China Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.