US Bridges

US 67 over Fleming Creek

Good

Bowie County, Texas · 1.80 MI W of FM 2148 · Structure no. 190190001013149

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,620
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Fleming Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Fleming Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 7,620 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,790 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 67
CrossesFleming Creek
Location1.80 MI W of FM 2148
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates33.38709, -94.19975
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,620 (2023)
Projected traffic7,790 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 67 over Fleming Creek built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 67 over Fleming Creek 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 67 over Fleming Creek carry?

About 7,620 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Fleming Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 67 over Fleming Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.