US 277 over Comanche Creek Relief
FairMaverick County, Texas · 21.6 MI E of US 57 · Structure no. 221590030002008
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1953
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,323
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 over Comanche Creek Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 277 over Comanche Creek Relief 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 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 3,323 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,620 by 2036. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 277 over Comanche Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.
What condition is US 277 over Comanche Creek Relief 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 277 over Comanche Creek Relief carry?
About 3,323 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is US 277 over Comanche Creek Relief?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US 277 over Comanche Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.