US Bridges

US 77 Nbfr over Resaca De Los Fresnos

Good

Cameron County, Texas · 0.50 MI NW of FM 2520 · Structure no. 210310003907375

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
132 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,206
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 Nbfr over Resaca De Los Fresnos is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 77 Nbfr over Resaca De Los Fresnos in Cameron County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 3,206 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,140 by 2031. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 77 Nbfr
CrossesResaca De Los Fresnos
Location0.50 MI NW of FM 2520
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates26.13104, -97.64207
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length132 ft (40.2 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,206 (2021)
Projected traffic4,140 by 2031
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 77 Nbfr over Resaca De Los Fresnos built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 77 Nbfr over Resaca De Los Fresnos 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 77 Nbfr over Resaca De Los Fresnos carry?

About 3,206 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 77 Nbfr over Resaca De Los Fresnos?

The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns US 77 Nbfr over Resaca De Los Fresnos?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.