US 77 over Jackass Prairie Creek
FairCameron County, Texas · 2.30 MI SE of SH 100 · Structure no. 210310003908019
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60,058
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 over Jackass Prairie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Jackass Prairie Creek in Cameron County, Texas. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 101 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 6 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 60,058 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,350 by 2031. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 over Jackass Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is US 77 over Jackass Prairie Creek 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 77 over Jackass Prairie Creek carry?
About 60,058 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 77 over Jackass Prairie Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 77 over Jackass Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.