US 77 NB over Sous Creek
FairRefugio County, Texas · 2.90 MI SW of FM 2441 · Structure no. 161960037103030
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1953
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 229 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,085
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 NB over Sous Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 77 NB over Sous Creek in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1953, 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 7,085 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,919 by 2042. The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long and 42 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 NB over Sous Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.
What condition is US 77 NB over Sous 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 NB over Sous Creek carry?
About 7,085 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is US 77 NB over Sous Creek?
The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 NB over Sous Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.