US Bridges

US 87 over Fish Hatchery Channel

Good

Tom Green County, Texas · 0.20 MI N of Loop 306 · Structure no. 072260007002058

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,542
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 over Fish Hatchery Channel is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Fish Hatchery Channel in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 11,542 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,670 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long.

CarriesUS 87
CrossesFish Hatchery Channel
Location0.20 MI N of Loop 306
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates31.40751, -100.43781
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic11,542 (2020)
Projected traffic14,670 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 Fish Hatchery Channel built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 87 over Fish Hatchery Channel 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 over Fish Hatchery Channel carry?

About 11,542 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 87 over Fish Hatchery Channel?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 87 over Fish Hatchery Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.