US Bridges

US 77 over Drainage Ditch

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.1 MI N of US 287 · Structure no. 180710004803132

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
27,263
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Drainage Ditch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 27,263 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,430 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 77
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.1 MI N of US 287
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates32.42139, -96.8401
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,263 (2014)
Projected traffic19,430 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 77 over Drainage Ditch built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 77 over Drainage Ditch 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 77 over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 27,263 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 77 over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.