FM 1277 over Venado Bayou
GoodSan Augustine County, Texas · 3.20 MI SW of US 96 · Structure no. 112030059702012
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 578
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1277 over Venado Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1277 over Venado Bayou in San Augustine County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 578 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 807 by 2040. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1277 over Venado Bayou built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1277 over Venado Bayou 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1277 over Venado Bayou carry?
About 578 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 1277 over Venado Bayou?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1277 over Venado Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.