US Bridges

US 67 SB over South Orient Railroad

Good

Tom Green County, Texas · 1.75 MI E of US 87 · Structure no. 072260015802052

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
280 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
13,810
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 67 SB over South Orient Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 67 SB over South Orient Railroad in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 13,810 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,340 by 2033. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 67 SB
CrossesSouth Orient Railroad
Location1.75 MI E of US 87
RouteU.S. Route 67
StateTexas
Coordinates31.4758, -100.41896
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Last inspectionJuly 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,810 (2013)
Projected traffic19,340 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 67 SB over South Orient Railroad built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 67 SB over South Orient Railroad 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 2022.

How much traffic does US 67 SB over South Orient Railroad carry?

About 13,810 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 67 SB over South Orient Railroad?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US 67 SB over South Orient Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.