US Bridges

US 67 over Hill Creek

Good

Presidio County, Texas · 10.4 MI N of FM 170 · Structure no. 241890010409023

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,542
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Hill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Hill Creek in Presidio County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 92 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 1,542 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,360 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 49 ft wide.

CarriesUS 67
CrossesHill Creek
Location10.4 MI N of FM 170
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates29.72574, -104.35189
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,542 (2020)
Projected traffic1,360 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
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 Hill Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is US 67 over Hill 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 67 over Hill Creek carry?

About 1,542 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Hill Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns US 67 over Hill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.