US Bridges

US 67 Ml over Sales Branch

Good

Tom Green County, Texas · 4.80 MI SW of Runnels C/L · Structure no. 072260015802032

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,308
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 Ml over Sales Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 67 Ml over Sales Branch in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1958, 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 6,308 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,560 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 67 Ml
CrossesSales Branch
Location4.80 MI SW of Runnels C/L
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates31.55282, -100.29302
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 length34 ft (10.4 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 traffic6,308 (2022)
Projected traffic7,560 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Ml over Sales Branch built?

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

What condition is US 67 Ml over Sales Branch 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 Ml over Sales Branch carry?

About 6,308 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 67 Ml over Sales Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 67 Ml over Sales Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.