US 77 over Bullhide Creek
FairMcLennan County, Texas · 0.8 MI S of FM 2643 · Structure no. 091610020901011
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1958
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 190 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,699
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 over Bullhide Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 77 over Bullhide Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1958, 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 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 7,699 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,940 by 2037. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 over Bullhide Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.
What condition is US 77 over Bullhide 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 77 over Bullhide Creek carry?
About 7,699 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 77 over Bullhide Creek?
The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 over Bullhide Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.