US 77 NB over Chocolate Swale
FairRefugio County, Texas · 7.0 MI SW of FM 2441 · Structure no. 161960037103032
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1953
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 111 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,658
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 NB over Chocolate Swale is a concrete slab carrying US 77 NB over Chocolate Swale 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 7,658 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,801 by 2042. The structure is 111 ft (33.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 NB over Chocolate Swale 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 Chocolate Swale 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 Chocolate Swale carry?
About 7,658 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is US 77 NB over Chocolate Swale?
The structure is 111 ft (33.8 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 NB over Chocolate Swale?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.