US 77 SB over Petronila Creek Relief
FairNueces County, Texas · 0.90 MI N of FM 665 · Structure no. 161780010203006
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1948
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 112 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 660
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 SB over Petronila Creek Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 77 SB over Petronila Creek Relief in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1948, so it is 104 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 660 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,379 by 2042. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 SB over Petronila Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1948.
What condition is US 77 SB over Petronila 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 SB over Petronila Creek Relief carry?
About 660 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.
How long is US 77 SB over Petronila Creek Relief?
The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 SB over Petronila Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.