US 87 SB over Mule Creek
GoodTom Green County, Texas · 4.50 MI NW of FM 2288 · Structure no. 072260006907108
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 110 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,802
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 SB over Mule Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 87 SB over Mule Creek in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 4,802 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,750 by 2033. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Mule Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 87 SB over Mule Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 SB over Mule Creek carry?
About 4,802 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 87 SB over Mule Creek?
The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 SB over Mule Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.