US Bridges

US 87 SB over Stockdale Crk

Good

Wilson County, Texas · 1.10 MI W of SH 123 · Structure no. 152470014304063

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
4,088
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 87 SB over Stockdale Crk is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 SB over Stockdale Crk in Wilson County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 4,088 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,723 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 87 SB
CrossesStockdale Crk
Location1.10 MI W of SH 123
RouteU.S. Route 87
StateTexas
Coordinates29.23364, -97.9705
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
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,088 (2022)
Projected traffic5,723 by 2042
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 SB over Stockdale Crk built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 87 SB over Stockdale 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 87 SB over Stockdale Crk carry?

About 4,088 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 87 SB over Stockdale Crk?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 87 SB over Stockdale Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.