US Bridges

US 77 over Draw

Fair

Fayette County, Texas · 2.30 MI N of SH 71 · Structure no. 130760021106028

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1962
Condition
Fair
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 Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Draw 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 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 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 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 77
CrossesDraw
Location2.30 MI N of SH 71
RouteU.S. Route 77
CountyFayette County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.95333, -96.874
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 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 Draw built?

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

What condition is US 77 over Draw 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 77 over Draw carry?

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

How long is US 77 over Draw?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns US 77 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.