US Bridges

US 77 over Middle Creek

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Fayette County, Texas · 0.30 MI S of FM 956 · Structure no. 130760026802005

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,222
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Middle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Middle Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 95 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 5,222 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,350 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 77
CrossesMiddle Creek
Location0.30 MI S of FM 956
RouteU.S. Route 77
CountyFayette County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.75231, -96.90768
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,222 (2020)
Projected traffic9,350 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is US 77 over Middle 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 77 over Middle Creek carry?

About 5,222 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Middle Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns US 77 over Middle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.