US 277 over Elm Creek
FairTaylor County, Texas · 0.05 MI NE of FM 89 · Structure no. 082210040705001
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1959
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 114 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,714
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 over Elm Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 277 over Elm Creek in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 91 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 2,714 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,630 by 2033. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.
What condition is US 277 over Elm Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 277 over Elm Creek carry?
About 2,714 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 277 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 277 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.