US Bridges

US 77 over Br Castleman Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.4 MI N of FM 2837 · Structure no. 091610020901074

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,181
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Br Castleman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Br Castleman Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 9,181 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,580 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 77
CrossesBr Castleman Creek
Location0.4 MI N of FM 2837
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates31.42292, -97.1012
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,181 (2023)
Projected traffic11,580 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 77 over Br Castleman Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 77 over Br Castleman Creek 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 77 over Br Castleman Creek carry?

About 9,181 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Br Castleman Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 77 over Br Castleman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.