US Bridges

US 77 & SH 89 over Draw

Good

San Patricio County, Texas · US 77 @ SH 89 · Structure no. 162050037104083

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
531
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 & SH 89 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 & SH 89 over Draw in San Patricio County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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. Its operating status is: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.

It carries about 531 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20,750 by 2031. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long.

CarriesUS 77 & SH 89
CrossesDraw
LocationUS 77 @ SH 89
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates28.05869, -97.50767
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic531 (2024)
Projected traffic20,750 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure13
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 77 & SH 89 over Draw built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 77 & SH 89 over Draw 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 77 & SH 89 over Draw carry?

About 531 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is US 77 & SH 89 over Draw?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 77 & SH 89 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.