FM 187 over Sabinal River
GoodUvalde County, Texas · 8.0 MI N of FM 1796 · Structure no. 152320067801009
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 400 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,116
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 187 over Sabinal River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 187 over Sabinal River in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 1,116 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2033. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 FM 187 over Sabinal River built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 187 over Sabinal River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 187 over Sabinal River carry?
About 1,116 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 187 over Sabinal River?
The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM 187 over Sabinal River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.