US Bridges

US 67 over Cottonwood Creek

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 2.90 MI SW of Midlothian · Structure no. 180710026002041

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
28,043
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Cottonwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Cottonwood 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 28,043 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,670 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 67
CrossesCottonwood Creek
Location2.90 MI SW of Midlothian
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates32.45812, -97.04621
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,043 (2019)
Projected traffic22,670 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 over Cottonwood Creek built?

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

What condition is US 67 over Cottonwood 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 67 over Cottonwood Creek carry?

About 28,043 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Cottonwood Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 67 over Cottonwood Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.