US Bridges

US 77A over Draw

Good

DeWitt County, Texas · 1.10 MI N of US 183 · Structure no. 130620026906038

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,563
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77A over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 77A over Draw in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 3,563 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,060 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 77A
CrossesDraw
Location1.10 MI N of US 183
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates29.1589, -97.27032
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionOctober 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width91 ft (27.6 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,563 (2023)
Projected traffic6,060 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 77A over Draw built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 77A over Draw 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 77A over Draw carry?

About 3,563 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 77A over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.

Who owns US 77A over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.