Bus 77 Ml over Primrose Creek
FairMcLennan County, Texas · 0.2 MI NE of IH 35 · Structure no. 091610001410321
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,704
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bus 77 Ml over Primrose Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bus 77 Ml over Primrose Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 94 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 5 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 14,704 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,940 by 2037. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 131 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 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 Bus 77 Ml over Primrose Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is Bus 77 Ml over Primrose 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Bus 77 Ml over Primrose Creek carry?
About 14,704 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Bus 77 Ml over Primrose Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 3 ft (0.9 m) and a deck 131 ft wide.
Who owns Bus 77 Ml over Primrose Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.