US Bridges

US 77 over Drain

Good

Victoria County, Texas · 0.55 MI SW of US 87 · Structure no. 132350235001017

Built
1998
27 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
19,395
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US 77 over Drain in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1998 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 19,395 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,032 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 263 ft wide.

CarriesUS 77
CrossesDrain
Location0.55 MI SW of US 87
RouteState Highway 77
StateTexas
Coordinates28.85235, -97.03387
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 2024
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width263 ft (80.3 m)
Roadway width171 ft (52.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,395 (2022)
Projected traffic31,032 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 77 over Drain built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is US 77 over Drain 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 77 over Drain carry?

About 19,395 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Drain?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 263 ft wide.

Who owns US 77 over Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.