US Bridges

US 277 over Lampasitas Creek

Good

Maverick County, Texas · 8.70 MI SE of US 57 · Structure no. 221590030001006

Built
1926
99 years old, rebuilt 1953
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
3,323
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 277 over Lampasitas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 277 over Lampasitas Creek in Maverick County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1953, so it is 99 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 3,323 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,550 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 277
CrossesLampasitas Creek
Location8.70 MI SE of US 57
RouteU.S. Route 277
CountyMaverick County
StateTexas
Coordinates28.67644, -100.32952
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadH 15
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,323 (2020)
Projected traffic5,550 by 2033
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 Lampasitas Creek built?

It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.

What condition is US 277 over Lampasitas 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 Lampasitas Creek carry?

About 3,323 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 277 over Lampasitas Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 277 over Lampasitas Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.