US 77 Bus over West Main Drain
GoodWillacy County, Texas · 0.01 MI N of FM 1761 · Structure no. 212450032706018
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 110 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 450
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 77 Bus over West Main Drain is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 77 Bus over West Main Drain in Willacy County, Texas. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 73 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 450 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,560 by 2031. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 77 Bus over West Main Drain built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is US 77 Bus over West Main 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 77 Bus over West Main Drain carry?
About 450 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 77 Bus over West Main Drain?
The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 77 Bus over West Main Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.