US Bridges

US 277 over Seco Creek

Good

Maverick County, Texas · 0.7 MI S of FM 1589 · Structure no. 221590029904017

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
120 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
22,829
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 277 over Seco Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 277 over Seco Creek in Maverick County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 86 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 22,829 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,610 by 2033. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 277
CrossesSeco Creek
Location0.7 MI S of FM 1589
RouteU.S. Route 277
CountyMaverick County
StateTexas
Coordinates28.74321, -100.49664
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,829 (2020)
Projected traffic33,610 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 277 over Seco Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is US 277 over Seco 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 277 over Seco Creek carry?

About 22,829 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 277 over Seco Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns US 277 over Seco Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.