US Bridges

US 67 over Trib W. Buffalo Creek

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 0.2 MI W of SH 171 · Structure no. 021270042203030

Built
1994
31 years old, rebuilt 2012
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
17,101
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Trib W. Buffalo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Trib W. Buffalo Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1994 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 31 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 17,101 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,092 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 67
CrossesTrib W. Buffalo Creek
Location0.2 MI W of SH 171
RouteState Highway 21
StateTexas
Coordinates32.3792, -97.40955
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,101 (2023)
Projected traffic22,092 by 2042
Trucks17%
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 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 Trib W. Buffalo Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.

What condition is US 67 over Trib W. Buffalo 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 67 over Trib W. Buffalo Creek carry?

About 17,101 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Trib W. Buffalo Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).

Who owns US 67 over Trib W. Buffalo Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.