US Bridges

US 67 over N Fk Chambers Creek

Fair

Johnson County, Texas · 0.45 MI W of IH 35W · Structure no. 021270026001015

Built
1921
104 years old, rebuilt 1961
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,242
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over N Fk Chambers Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over N Fk Chambers Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 104 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 21,242 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,610 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

CarriesUS 67
CrossesN Fk Chambers Creek
Location0.45 MI W of IH 35W
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41533, -97.23528
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,242 (2020)
Projected traffic29,610 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 67 over N Fk Chambers Creek built?

It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.

What condition is US 67 over N Fk Chambers Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does US 67 over N Fk Chambers Creek carry?

About 21,242 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over N Fk Chambers Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 67 over N Fk Chambers Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.