FM 3438 over US 277
GoodTaylor County, Texas · 1.80 MI SW of US 83/84 · Structure no. 082210040706001
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 260 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,607
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 3438 over US 277 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 3438 over US 277 in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 7,607 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,500 by 2027. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 84 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 3438 over US 277 built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 3438 over US 277 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM 3438 over US 277 carry?
About 7,607 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 3438 over US 277?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns FM 3438 over US 277?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.