US 77 SB over FM 70
FairNueces County, Texas · 0.50 MI E of Bu 77 · Structure no. 161780010203115
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 300 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,146
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 SB over FM 70 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 77 SB over FM 70 in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 9,146 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,070 by 2033. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 40 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 SB over FM 70 built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 77 SB over FM 70 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 2022.
How much traffic does US 77 SB over FM 70 carry?
About 9,146 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 77 SB over FM 70?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 SB over FM 70?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.