US Bridges

US 77 over Spring Creek

Good

Victoria County, Texas · 0.9 MI E of US 87 · Structure no. 132350235001027

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
440 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
8,619
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 77 over Spring Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 77 over Spring Creek in Victoria County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8,619 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,530 by 2033. The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 77
CrossesSpring Creek
Location0.9 MI E of US 87
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates28.86271, -97.01171
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length440 ft (134.1 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width79 ft (24.2 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,619 (2020)
Projected traffic21,530 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 77 over Spring Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 77 over Spring 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does US 77 over Spring Creek carry?

About 8,619 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 77 over Spring Creek?

The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns US 77 over Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.