US 77 NB over Melon Creek
FairRefugio County, Texas · 2.15 MI NE of US 183 · Structure no. 161960037102089
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 450 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,204
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 NB over Melon Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 77 NB over Melon Creek in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 8,204 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,993 by 2042. The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 40 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 NB over Melon Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 77 NB over Melon Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 NB over Melon Creek carry?
About 8,204 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is US 77 NB over Melon Creek?
The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 NB over Melon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.