US Bridges

US 77 over Big Onion Creek

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 2.7 MI S of FM 55 · Structure no. 180710004804165

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,023
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Big Onion Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 77 over Big Onion Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 2,023 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,450 by 2033. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 77
CrossesBig Onion Creek
Location2.7 MI S of FM 55
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates32.28518, -96.86132
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,023 (2020)
Projected traffic2,450 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 77 over Big Onion Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 77 over Big Onion 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 77 over Big Onion Creek carry?

About 2,023 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Big Onion Creek?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 77 over Big Onion Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.