US Bridges

US HWY 87 over Spring Crk

Good

Victoria County, Texas · 1.40 MI SE of Lp 463 · Structure no. 132350014310081

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
250 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
14,390
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US HWY 87 over Spring Crk is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US HWY 87 over Spring Crk in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 14,390 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,150 by 2033. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS HWY 87
CrossesSpring Crk
Location1.40 MI SE of Lp 463
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates28.84143, -97.01179
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width82 ft (25.1 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,390 (2013)
Projected traffic20,150 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 HWY 87 over Spring Crk built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US HWY 87 over Spring Crk 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does US HWY 87 over Spring Crk carry?

About 14,390 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US HWY 87 over Spring Crk?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns US HWY 87 over Spring Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.