US Bridges

US 67 over N Fk Chambers Creek

Fair

Johnson County, Texas · 1.1 MI E of IH 35W · Structure no. 021270026001017

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,108
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 1961, so it is 64 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 23,108 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,640 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 67
CrossesN Fk Chambers Creek
Location1.1 MI E of IH 35W
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41622, -97.20611
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic23,108 (2020)
Projected traffic28,640 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

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 23,108 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over N Fk Chambers Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 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.