US 77 NB over SH 188
FairSan Patricio County, Texas · 1.10 MI S of US 181 · Structure no. 162050037201014
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 235 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,308
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 NB over SH 188 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 77 NB over SH 188 in San Patricio County, Texas. It was built in 1979, 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 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 6,308 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,640 by 2033. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 NB over SH 188 built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 77 NB over SH 188 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 2022.
How much traffic does US 77 NB over SH 188 carry?
About 6,308 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 77 NB over SH 188?
The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 NB over SH 188?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.