US Bridges

CR 667(BULL Br Rd) over Trib of Cowhouse Creek

PoorClosed to traffic

Coryell County, Texas · 0.2 MI NW of US 84 · Structure no. 090500AA0667001

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
72 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 667(BULL Br Rd) over Trib of Cowhouse Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 667(BULL Br Rd) over Trib of Cowhouse Creek in Coryell County, Texas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2036. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 20 ft wide.

CarriesCR 667(BULL Br Rd)
CrossesTrib of Cowhouse Creek
Location0.2 MI NW of US 84
RouteCounty Highway 667
StateTexas
Coordinates31.47314, -97.99679
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Superstructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2016)
Projected traffic100 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR 667(BULL Br Rd) over Trib of Cowhouse Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 667(BULL Br Rd) over Trib of Cowhouse Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does CR 667(BULL Br Rd) over Trib of Cowhouse Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is CR 667(BULL Br Rd) over Trib of Cowhouse Creek?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns CR 667(BULL Br Rd) over Trib of Cowhouse Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.