US Bridges

US 77 over Smalley Creek

Good

Fayette County, Texas · 2.75 MI N of SH 71 · Structure no. 130760021106027

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1962
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,135
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Smalley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Smalley Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 92 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 7,135 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,370 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 77
CrossesSmalley Creek
Location2.75 MI N of SH 71
RouteU.S. Route 77
CountyFayette County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.96059, -96.87657
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,135 (2020)
Projected traffic11,370 by 2040
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 77 over Smalley Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.

What condition is US 77 over Smalley 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 77 over Smalley Creek carry?

About 7,135 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Smalley Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns US 77 over Smalley Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.