US Bridges

US 77 over Monkey Slough

Fair

Refugio County, Texas · 1.5 MI SW of FM 2441 · Structure no. 161960037103028

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,169
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Monkey Slough is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Monkey Slough in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1987, 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 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 14,169 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,837 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

CarriesUS 77
CrossesMonkey Slough
Location1.5 MI SW of FM 2441
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates28.22731, -97.34278
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,169 (2022)
Projected traffic19,837 by 2042
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 77 over Monkey Slough built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is US 77 over Monkey Slough 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 77 over Monkey Slough carry?

About 14,169 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Monkey Slough?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 77 over Monkey Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.