US 277 over Tumbleson Creek
FairDimmit County, Texas · 1.5 MI SE of FM 191 · Structure no. 220640030003015
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,229
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 over Tumbleson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 277 over Tumbleson Creek in Dimmit County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 99 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 3,229 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,640 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 277 over Tumbleson Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is US 277 over Tumbleson 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does US 277 over Tumbleson Creek carry?
About 3,229 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 277 over Tumbleson Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns US 277 over Tumbleson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.