US 77 SB over Drain
FairNueces County, Texas · 3.0 MI N of FM 665 · Structure no. 161780010202005
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1947
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,107
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 SB over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 SB over Drain in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1947, so it is 101 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 11,107 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,100 by 2042. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 SB over Drain built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1947.
What condition is US 77 SB over Drain 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 SB over Drain carry?
About 11,107 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is US 77 SB over Drain?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 SB over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.