US 77 NB over Drainage Ditch
GoodRefugio County, Texas · 9.4 MI SW of SH 239 · Structure no. 161960037102079
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,382
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 NB over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 NB over Drainage Ditch in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,382 vehicles a day, roughly 49% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,232 by 2042. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 NB over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 77 NB over Drainage Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 NB over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 8,382 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 49% are trucks.
How long is US 77 NB over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 NB over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.