US 277 SB over California Creek
FairJones County, Texas · 2.40 MI S of SH 92 · Structure no. 081280015705029
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1955
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 124 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,993
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 SB over California Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 277 SB over California Creek in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 99 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 1,993 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,810 by 2033. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 277 SB over California Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.
What condition is US 277 SB over California Creek 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 SB over California Creek carry?
About 1,993 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 277 SB over California Creek?
The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 277 SB over California Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.