US Bridges

US 277 over Wagon Tire Creek

Good

Runnels County, Texas · 3.80 MI SW of SH 153 · Structure no. 072000040702008

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
1,210
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 277 over Wagon Tire Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 277 over Wagon Tire Creek in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 90 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 1,210 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,490 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 277
CrossesWagon Tire Creek
Location3.80 MI SW of SH 153
RouteU.S. Route 277
StateTexas
Coordinates32.07383, -100.19736
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadH 15
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,210 (2020)
Projected traffic2,490 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 277 over Wagon Tire Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.

What condition is US 277 over Wagon Tire 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 277 over Wagon Tire Creek carry?

About 1,210 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 277 over Wagon Tire Creek?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US 277 over Wagon Tire Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.