US Bridges

US 277 over Cedar Creek

Good

Coke County, Texas · 3.85 MI S of FM 2333 · Structure no. 070410026405062

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 2024
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,776
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 277 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 277 over Cedar Creek in Coke County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2024, 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 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 2,776 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,040 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 277
CrossesCedar Creek
Location3.85 MI S of FM 2333
RouteU.S. Route 277
CountyCoke County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.69694, -100.31066
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.7 m)
Roadway width69 ft (21.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,776 (2020)
Projected traffic5,040 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 277 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2024.

What condition is US 277 over Cedar Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 277 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 2,776 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 277 over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns US 277 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.