SH 79 over Drain
FairClay County, Texas · 3.0 MI SW Oklahoma ST LN · Structure no. 030390028202004
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,508
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 79 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 79 over Drain in Clay County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 87 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 1,508 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,900 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 SH 79 over Drain built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is SH 79 over Drain 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SH 79 over Drain carry?
About 1,508 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SH 79 over Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns SH 79 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.