US Bridges

US 77 over Drain

Good

San Patricio County, Texas · 0.65 MI S of SH 188 · Structure no. 162050037201011

Built
1979
46 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,759
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Drain in San Patricio County, Texas. It was built in 1979 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 46 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 16,759 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,113 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 77
CrossesDrain
Location0.65 MI S of SH 188
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates28.02839, -97.53072
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 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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,759 (2022)
Projected traffic25,113 by 2042
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 over Drain built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is US 77 over Drain 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 over Drain carry?

About 16,759 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Drain?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 77 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.