US 87 NB over Grape Creek
FairTom Green County, Texas · 2.6 MI NW of FM 2288 · Structure no. 072260006907081
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 260 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,061
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 NB over Grape Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 87 NB over Grape Creek in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 72 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 5,061 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,750 by 2033. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 46 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 NB over Grape Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is US 87 NB over Grape Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 NB over Grape Creek carry?
About 5,061 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 87 NB over Grape Creek?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 NB over Grape Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.