US 377 over Friendship Branch
FairHood County, Texas · 3.7 MI E of FM 56 · Structure no. 021120008003045
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,368
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 377 over Friendship Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 377 over Friendship Branch in Hood County, Texas. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 12,368 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,510 by 2038. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 377 over Friendship Branch built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 377 over Friendship Branch 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does US 377 over Friendship Branch carry?
About 12,368 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 377 over Friendship Branch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US 377 over Friendship Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.