US 79 over Sampson Creek
FairCherokee County, Texas · 2.05 MI W of Rusk C/L · Structure no. 100370020605014
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 128 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,791
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Sampson Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 79 over Sampson Creek in Cherokee County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 95 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 5 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 3,791 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,750 by 2033. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 over Sampson Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 79 over Sampson 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does US 79 over Sampson Creek carry?
About 3,791 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Sampson Creek?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 over Sampson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.