US 77 Wfr & US 181 over Drainage Ditch
FairSan Patricio County, Texas · 1.1 MI NE of SH 188 · Structure no. 162050037104056
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,200
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 Wfr & US 181 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 Wfr & US 181 over Drainage Ditch in San Patricio County, Texas. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 104 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 14,200 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,740 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Wfr & US 181 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US 77 Wfr & US 181 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 77 Wfr & US 181 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 14,200 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 77 Wfr & US 181 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US 77 Wfr & US 181 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.