US 79 over Gum Creek
FairAnderson County, Texas · 4.1 MI SW of S Loop 256 · Structure no. 100010020507047
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,259
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Gum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Gum Creek in Anderson County, Texas. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 64 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 9,259 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,160 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 over Gum Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is US 79 over Gum Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2022.
How much traffic does US 79 over Gum Creek carry?
About 9,259 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Gum Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 79 over Gum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.