US Bridges

US 87 over North Concho River Br

Good

Tom Green County, Texas · 2.55 MI SE of Coke C/L · Structure no. 072260006906128

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
87 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
7,203
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 over North Concho River Br is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over North Concho River Br in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 7,203 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,218 by 2042. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long.

CarriesUS 87
CrossesNorth Concho River Br
Location2.55 MI SE of Coke C/L
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates31.67801, -100.73776
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 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 spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,203 (2023)
Projected traffic12,218 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 87 over North Concho River Br built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 87 over North Concho River Br 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 US 87 over North Concho River Br carry?

About 7,203 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 87 over North Concho River Br?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 87 over North Concho River Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.