US Bridges

US 77 over San Antonio Ri Rel #3

Good

Victoria County, Texas · 0.62 MI S of FM 445 · Structure no. 132350037101044

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
15,484
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over San Antonio Ri Rel #3 is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over San Antonio Ri Rel #3 in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1986, 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 15,484 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,630 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 77
CrossesSan Antonio Ri Rel #3
Location0.62 MI S of FM 445
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates28.54962, -97.04339
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,484 (2020)
Projected traffic22,630 by 2033
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US 77 over San Antonio Ri Rel #3 built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is US 77 over San Antonio Ri Rel #3 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 77 over San Antonio Ri Rel #3 carry?

About 15,484 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over San Antonio Ri Rel #3?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 77 over San Antonio Ri Rel #3?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.