US 87 over Ecleto Creek Relief
FairWilson County, Texas · 3.85 MI E of FM 538 · Structure no. 152470014305013
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1955
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,345
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 87 over Ecleto Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 87 over Ecleto Creek Relief in Wilson County, Texas. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 101 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,345 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,083 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 87 over Ecleto Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.
What condition is US 87 over Ecleto Creek Relief in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US 87 over Ecleto Creek Relief carry?
About 4,345 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is US 87 over Ecleto Creek Relief?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 87 over Ecleto Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.