US Bridges

US 67 Sbml over West Soap Creek

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 5.00 MI SW of US 287 · Structure no. 180710026002035

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,926
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 Sbml over West Soap Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 67 Sbml over West Soap Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 12,926 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,330 by 2033. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 67 Sbml
CrossesWest Soap Creek
Location5.00 MI SW of US 287
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates32.44354, -97.08179
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,926 (2024)
Projected traffic11,330 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 67 Sbml over West Soap Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 67 Sbml over West Soap 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 67 Sbml over West Soap Creek carry?

About 12,926 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 67 Sbml over West Soap Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 67 Sbml over West Soap Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.