US 87 NB over Grape Creek Relief
FairTom Green County, Texas · 2.40 MI NW of FM 2288 · Structure no. 072260006907082
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,481
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 NB over Grape Creek Relief is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 87 NB over Grape Creek Relief in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1953, 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 5,481 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,750 by 2033. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 42 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 | 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 NB over Grape Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 NB over Grape Creek Relief 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 Relief carry?
About 5,481 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 87 NB over Grape Creek Relief?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 NB over Grape Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.