US Bridges

US 77 over Colorado River

Good

Fayette County, Texas · 0.70 MI S of Bu 71E · Structure no. 130760026801008

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,200 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
10,134
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Colorado River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 77 over Colorado River in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 10,134 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,420 by 2033. The structure is 1,200 ft (365.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 77
CrossesColorado River
Location0.70 MI S of Bu 71E
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates29.89637, -96.87018
Functional classUrban 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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,200 ft (365.8 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,134 (2024)
Projected traffic14,420 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 Colorado River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 77 over Colorado River 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 Colorado River carry?

About 10,134 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Colorado River?

The structure is 1,200 ft (365.8 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 77 over Colorado River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.