US Bridges

US 67 over Tenmile Creek

Good

Tom Green County, Texas · 4.10 MI NE of US 277 · Structure no. 072260015802030

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,768
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 over Tenmile Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 over Tenmile Creek in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 67 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 4,768 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,840 by 2033. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 67
CrossesTenmile Creek
Location4.10 MI NE of US 277
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates31.54258, -100.31799
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,768 (2022)
Projected traffic8,840 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 Tenmile Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is US 67 over Tenmile 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 67 over Tenmile Creek carry?

About 4,768 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 67 over Tenmile Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 67 over Tenmile Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.