US 277 over Sycamore Creek
FairVal Verde County, Texas · 11.75 MI SE of US 90 · Structure no. 222330029901043
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,200 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,417
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 277 over Sycamore Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 277 over Sycamore Creek in Val Verde County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,417 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,930 by 2036. The structure is 1,200 ft (365.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Sycamore Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 277 over Sycamore 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 277 over Sycamore Creek carry?
About 2,417 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 277 over Sycamore Creek?
The structure is 1,200 ft (365.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 277 over Sycamore Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.