US Bridges

US 277 over Draw

Good

Sutton County, Texas · 0.07 MI SW of IH 10 · Structure no. 072180015906036

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
74 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
4,326
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 277 over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 277 over Draw in Sutton County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 4,326 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,586 by 2038. The structure is 74 ft (22.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 277
CrossesDraw
Location0.07 MI SW of IH 10
RouteU.S. Route 277
StateTexas
Coordinates30.57786, -100.64868
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length74 ft (22.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,326 (2022)
Projected traffic5,586 by 2038
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 277 over Draw built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 277 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 277 over Draw carry?

About 4,326 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 277 over Draw?

The structure is 74 ft (22.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 277 over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.