US 277 over Walnut Creek
GoodTom Green County, Texas · 0.30 MI S of FM 2335 · Structure no. 072260015902004
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,181
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 over Walnut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 277 over Walnut Creek in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 101 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 5,181 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,150 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US 277 over Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek carry?
About 5,181 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 277 over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns US 277 over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.