US 277 over Cauthorn Draw No 1
FairSutton County, Texas · 1.65 MI N of FM 189 · Structure no. 072180016002056
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 159
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 over Cauthorn Draw No 1 is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 277 over Cauthorn Draw No 1 in Sutton County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 65 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 159 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,872 by 2038. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Cauthorn Draw No 1 built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US 277 over Cauthorn Draw No 1 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 277 over Cauthorn Draw No 1 carry?
About 159 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 277 over Cauthorn Draw No 1?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 277 over Cauthorn Draw No 1?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.