Bu 277 E over Drain
FairHaskell County, Texas · 0.10 MI N of US 277 · Structure no. 081050015703011
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,180
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bu 277 E over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Bu 277 E over Drain in Haskell County, Texas. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 1,180 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,650 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bu 277 E over Drain built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bu 277 E over Drain 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Bu 277 E over Drain carry?
About 1,180 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is Bu 277 E over Drain?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Bu 277 E over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.