Bus US 77 over Tranquitas Creek
FairKleberg County, Texas · 0.06 MI S of FM 2045 · Structure no. 161370010212035
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 110 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,796
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus US 77 over Tranquitas Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Bus US 77 over Tranquitas Creek in Kleberg County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 77 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 11,796 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,514 by 2042. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bus US 77 over Tranquitas Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Bus US 77 over Tranquitas 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 Bus US 77 over Tranquitas Creek carry?
About 11,796 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Bus US 77 over Tranquitas Creek?
The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns Bus US 77 over Tranquitas Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.