US 87 & SH 86 over Drainage Ditch
FairSwisher County, Texas · At US 87 & SH 86 Inter · Structure no. 052190006718019
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,920
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 & SH 86 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 & SH 86 over Drainage Ditch in Swisher County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 91 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 2,920 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,660 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 & SH 86 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 87 & SH 86 over Drainage Ditch 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 87 & SH 86 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 2,920 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 87 & SH 86 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US 87 & SH 86 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.