US Bridges

US 87 SB over Lipan Creek

Good

Tom Green County, Texas · 5.90 MI W of Concho C/L · Structure no. 072260007002082

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,900
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 SB over Lipan Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 87 SB over Lipan Creek in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2028. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 87 SB
CrossesLipan Creek
Location5.90 MI W of Concho C/L
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates31.357, -100.20833
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,900 (2010)
Projected traffic5,000 by 2028
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 87 SB over Lipan Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 87 SB over Lipan 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 SB over Lipan Creek carry?

About 4,900 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 87 SB over Lipan Creek?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 87 SB over Lipan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.