US 77 over Dry Creek
GoodRefugio County, Texas · 0.55 MI NE of US 183 · Structure no. 161960037103025
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,407
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Dry Creek in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 95 years old, older 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 16,407 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,985 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.3 mi (89 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 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 77 over Dry Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 over Dry Creek carry?
About 16,407 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is US 77 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.