US 77 over Drainage Ditch
FairRefugio County, Texas · 9.2 MI SW of FM 136 · Structure no. 161960037103033
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,572
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Drainage Ditch in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 72 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 12,572 vehicles a day, roughly 41% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,601 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 197 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is US 77 over Drainage Ditch 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 Drainage Ditch carry?
About 12,572 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 41% are trucks.
How long is US 77 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 197 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.