US Bridges

US 67 SB over Valentine Branch

Fair

Tom Green County, Texas · 4.05 MI SW of Runnels C/L · Structure no. 072260015802038

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
152 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,308
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 SB over Valentine Branch is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 67 SB over Valentine Branch in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 5 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 6,308 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,780 by 2033. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 67 SB
CrossesValentine Branch
Location4.05 MI SW of Runnels C/L
RouteU.S. Route 67
CountyTom Green County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.55802, -100.28058
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,308 (2022)
Projected traffic3,780 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 SB over Valentine Branch built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 67 SB over Valentine 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 67 SB over Valentine Branch carry?

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

How long is US 67 SB over Valentine Branch?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 67 SB over Valentine Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.