US Bridges

US 67 Nbml over Soap Creek

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 4.30 MI SW of Midlothian · Structure no. 180710026002038

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,159
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 Nbml over Soap Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 67 Nbml over 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 12,159 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,330 by 2033. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 67 Nbml
CrossesSoap Creek
Location4.30 MI SW of Midlothian
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates32.44806, -97.0688
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,159 (2019)
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 Nbml over Soap Creek built?

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

What condition is US 67 Nbml over 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 Nbml over Soap Creek carry?

About 12,159 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 67 Nbml over Soap Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 67 Nbml over Soap Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.