US 67 Sbml over Ward Branch
FairEllis County, Texas · 2.10 MI SW of Midlothian · Structure no. 180710026002029
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 67 Sbml over Ward Branch is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 67 Sbml over Ward Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 15,400 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,100 by 2042. The structure is 86 ft (26.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 67 Sbml over Ward Branch built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 67 Sbml over Ward Branch 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 67 Sbml over Ward Branch carry?
About 15,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 67 Sbml over Ward Branch?
The structure is 86 ft (26.1 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 67 Sbml over Ward Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.