US Bridges

FM 267 over Middle Beaver Creek

Good

Foard County, Texas · 6.37 MI S of US 70 · Structure no. 250790216402004

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
75 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
166
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 267 over Middle Beaver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 267 over Middle Beaver Creek in Foard County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 166 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 420 by 2033. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesFM 267
CrossesMiddle Beaver Creek
Location6.37 MI S of US 70
RouteState Highway 267
StateTexas
Coordinates33.89154, -99.60519
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadOther
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic166 (2020)
Projected traffic420 by 2033
Trucks43%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 267 over Middle Beaver Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 267 over Middle Beaver 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 267 over Middle Beaver Creek carry?

About 166 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is FM 267 over Middle Beaver Creek?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 267 over Middle Beaver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.