US 87 over Big Spring Creek

Fair Condition87 years old16,768 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHoward
Location0.3 Mi S Of FM 700
CarriesUS 87
CrossesBig Spring Creek
Coordinates32.22618, -101.47003

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length120.1 ft (36.6 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width70.2 ft (21.4 m)
Deck Area783.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1939 (reconstructed 1970)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic16,768 (2023)
Truck Traffic30%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number081150006901074

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