US 79 over Hudspeth Creek
FairCherokee County, Texas · 0.12 MI E of FM 2274 · Structure no. 100370020605015
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,323
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Hudspeth Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Hudspeth Creek in Cherokee County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 91 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 4,323 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,270 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 146 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Hudspeth Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is US 79 over Hudspeth 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 Hudspeth Creek carry?
About 4,323 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Hudspeth Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 146 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 over Hudspeth Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.