US 277 over Dry Draw
GoodSchleicher County, Texas · 3.70 MI S Tom Green C/L · Structure no. 072070015903033
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 77 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,228
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 over Dry Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 277 over Dry Draw in Schleicher County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,228 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,063 by 2038. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 277 over Dry Draw built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 277 over Dry 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 Dry Draw carry?
About 2,228 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 277 over Dry Draw?
The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns US 277 over Dry Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.