US 277 over Pollard Creek
GoodVal Verde County, Texas · 5.90 MI N of US 377 · Structure no. 222330016005018
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 937
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 over Pollard Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 277 over Pollard Creek in Val Verde County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 85 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 937 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,130 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 Pollard Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US 277 over Pollard 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 277 over Pollard Creek carry?
About 937 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 277 over Pollard Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns US 277 over Pollard Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.