US Bridges

US 67 over Middle Mustang Creek

Good

Runnels County, Texas · 6.31 MI W of Coleman C/L · Structure no. 072000007801038

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
182 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,219
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Middle Mustang Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 67 over Middle Mustang Creek in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,219 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,850 by 2033. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesUS 67
CrossesMiddle Mustang Creek
Location6.31 MI W of Coleman C/L
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates31.78839, -99.8179
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 20
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,219 (2020)
Projected traffic2,850 by 2033
Trucks16%
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 Middle Mustang Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 67 over Middle Mustang 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 67 over Middle Mustang Creek carry?

About 2,219 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Middle Mustang Creek?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 67 over Middle Mustang Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.