US Bridges

US 277 over Cayetano Creek

Good

Dimmit County, Texas · 3.95 MI W of FM 393 · Structure no. 220640030003018

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,275
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 277 over Cayetano Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 277 over Cayetano Creek in Dimmit County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 3,275 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,070 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesUS 277
CrossesCayetano Creek
Location3.95 MI W of FM 393
RouteU.S. Route 277
StateTexas
Coordinates28.62585, -100.05363
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,275 (2020)
Projected traffic6,070 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 Cayetano Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 277 over Cayetano 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does US 277 over Cayetano Creek carry?

About 3,275 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 277 over Cayetano Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 277 over Cayetano Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.