US Bridges

US 67 SB over SH 171/A.T.&S.F. RR

Fair

Johnson County, Texas · 0.7 MI W of SH 174 · Structure no. 021270042203031

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
495 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
17,101
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 SB over SH 171/A.T.&S.F. RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 67 SB over SH 171/A.T.&S.F. RR in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1994, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 17,101 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,270 by 2033. The structure is 495 ft (151 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 67 SB
CrossesSH 171/A.T.&S.F. RR
Location0.7 MI W of SH 174
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates32.38008, -97.40693
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length495 ft (151 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,101 (2023)
Projected traffic9,270 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 67 SB over SH 171/A.T.&S.F. RR built?

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

What condition is US 67 SB over SH 171/A.T.&S.F. RR 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 SB over SH 171/A.T.&S.F. RR carry?

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

How long is US 67 SB over SH 171/A.T.&S.F. RR?

The structure is 495 ft (151 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 67 SB over SH 171/A.T.&S.F. RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.