US 77 over Dry Branch
GoodLavaca County, Texas · 3.45 MI S of FM 532 · Structure no. 131430026902006
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,158
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 over Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Dry Branch in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 100 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5,158 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,460 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 over Dry Branch built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is US 77 over Dry Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US 77 over Dry Branch carry?
About 5,158 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 77 over Dry Branch?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 77 over Dry Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.