US 277 NB over Paint Creek Relief
FairHaskell County, Texas · 10.40 MI S of US 380 · Structure no. 081050015704024
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1955
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,526
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 NB over Paint Creek Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 277 NB over Paint Creek Relief in Haskell County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1955, 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 2,526 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,530 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 277 NB over Paint Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.
What condition is US 277 NB over Paint Creek Relief 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 US 277 NB over Paint Creek Relief carry?
About 2,526 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 277 NB over Paint Creek Relief?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 277 NB over Paint Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.