US 77 SB over Velederos Creek
FairKleberg County, Texas · 0.6 MI S of FM 772 · Structure no. 161370010204019
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old, rebuilt 1976
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,098
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 SB over Velederos Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 SB over Velederos Creek in Kleberg County, Texas. It was built in 1922 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 103 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 9,098 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,600 by 2033. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. 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 US 77 SB over Velederos Creek built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.
What condition is US 77 SB over Velederos 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 SB over Velederos Creek carry?
About 9,098 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 77 SB over Velederos Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 77 SB over Velederos Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.