US Bridges

US 77 over Dry Creek

Good

Victoria County, Texas · 2.06 MI NW of US 59 · Structure no. 132350235001019

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
220 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,353
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Dry Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 77 over Dry Creek in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 7,353 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,490 by 2033. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 77
CrossesDry Creek
Location2.06 MI NW of US 59
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates28.79226, -97.09858
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length220 ft (67.1 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,353 (2023)
Projected traffic11,490 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 77 over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 77 over Dry 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US 77 over Dry Creek carry?

About 7,353 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Dry Creek?

The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 77 over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.