US 77 over Drain
FairNueces County, Texas · 0.26 MI S of FM 3354 · Structure no. 161780010203053
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,676
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Drain in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 61 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 20,676 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,946 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 370 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 over Drain built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is US 77 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 over Drain carry?
About 20,676 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 77 over Drain?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 370 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.