US Bridges

US 67/90 over Derio Creek

Good

Brewster County, Texas · 7.3 MI W of FM 1703 · Structure no. 240220002011039

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1965
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,791
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67/90 over Derio Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 67/90 over Derio Creek in Brewster County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 92 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 2,791 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,680 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 67/90
CrossesDerio Creek
Location7.3 MI W of FM 1703
RouteU.S. Route 67
CountyBrewster County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.31412, -103.79183
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.2 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,791 (2020)
Projected traffic2,680 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 67/90 over Derio Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.

What condition is US 67/90 over Derio 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 67/90 over Derio Creek carry?

About 2,791 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 67/90 over Derio Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns US 67/90 over Derio Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.