US Bridges

US 67 over Butternut Creek Branch

Fair

Runnels County, Texas · 4.30 MI NE of US 83 · Structure no. 072000007801004

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,782
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Butternut Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Butternut Creek Branch in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 93 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 2,782 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,920 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 67
CrossesButternut Creek Branch
Location4.30 MI NE of US 83
RouteU.S. Route 67
CountyRunnels County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.76719, -99.86302
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 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 traffic2,782 (2020)
Projected traffic2,920 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 Butternut Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.

What condition is US 67 over Butternut Creek Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 67 over Butternut Creek Branch carry?

About 2,782 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Butternut Creek Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 67 over Butternut Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.