FM 79 over Pine Creek Relief
GoodLamar County, Texas · 0.9 MI S of FM 1500 · Structure no. 011390068802025
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,180
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 79 over Pine Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 79 over Pine Creek Relief in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 71 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 2,180 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,879 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 79 over Pine Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is FM 79 over Pine Creek Relief 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 79 over Pine Creek Relief carry?
About 2,180 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM 79 over Pine Creek Relief?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 79 over Pine Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.