US Bridges

Ramp J over US 67

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.5 MI S of Bus US 287 · Structure no. 180710026002217

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
728 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
4,000
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp J over US 67 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp J over US 67 in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 4,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,000 by 2031. The structure is 728 ft (222 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRamp J
CrossesUS 67
Location0.5 MI S of Bus US 287
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates32.47403, -97.01299
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length728 ft (222 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,000 (2011)
Projected traffic6,000 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp J over US 67 built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp J over US 67 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 2022.

How much traffic does Ramp J over US 67 carry?

About 4,000 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Ramp J over US 67?

The structure is 728 ft (222 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp J over US 67?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.