US Bridges

SP 277 (ogden St) over Draw

Good

Val Verde County, Texas · 0.3 MI W of US 277 · Structure no. 222330029901042

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,967
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SP 277 (ogden St) over Draw is a concrete culvert carrying SP 277 (ogden St) over Draw in Val Verde County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 2,967 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,154 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSP 277 (ogden St)
CrossesDraw
Location0.3 MI W of US 277
RouteU.S. Route 277
CountyVal Verde County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.36641, -100.89058
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,967 (2023)
Projected traffic4,154 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SP 277 (ogden St) over Draw built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SP 277 (ogden St) over Draw 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 SP 277 (ogden St) over Draw carry?

About 2,967 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SP 277 (ogden St) over Draw?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns SP 277 (ogden St) over Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.