US 277 over Meador Draw
GoodSchleicher County, Texas · 7.60 MI N of US 190 · Structure no. 072070015903028
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 121 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,414
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 over Meador Draw is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 277 over Meador Draw in Schleicher County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5,414 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,893 by 2038. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 277 over Meador Draw built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 277 over Meador 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 277 over Meador Draw carry?
About 5,414 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 277 over Meador Draw?
The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 277 over Meador Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.