US 77 over Elm Creek
FairLee County, Texas · 6.5 MI N of US 290 · Structure no. 141440021104013
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 142 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,383
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 over Elm Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 77 over Elm Creek in Lee County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 91 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 5,383 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,536 by 2042. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 46 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is US 77 over Elm 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 over Elm Creek carry?
About 5,383 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 77 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.