US Bridges

US 77 over Mallette ST

Good

Victoria County, Texas · 1.23 MI E of US 87 · Structure no. 132350235001028

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

About this bridge

US 77 over Mallette ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 77 over Mallette ST 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 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 77
CrossesMallette ST
Location1.23 MI E of US 87
RouteU.S. Route 77
StateTexas
Coordinates28.86299, -97.00688
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.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: 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 spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length168 ft (51.2 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width79 ft (24.2 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 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
CrossesHighway
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 Mallette ST built?

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

What condition is US 77 over Mallette ST 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 Mallette ST carry?

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

How long is US 77 over Mallette ST?

The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.

Who owns US 77 over Mallette ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.