US 77 over Sandy Creek
FairMilam County, Texas · 1.70 MI W of SH 36 · Structure no. 171660021001009
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 207 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,045
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 over Sandy Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 77 over Sandy Creek in Milam County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 89 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 5 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 4,045 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,663 by 2042. The structure is 207 ft (63.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 77 over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US 77 over Sandy 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 over Sandy Creek carry?
About 4,045 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 77 over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 207 ft (63.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.