FM 79 over Pine Creek Draw
GoodLamar County, Texas · 1.6 MI NW of US 82 · Structure no. 011390068802033
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,639
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 79 over Pine Creek Draw is a concrete culvert carrying FM 79 over Pine Creek Draw in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 6,639 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,149 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 79 over Pine Creek Draw built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 79 over Pine Creek Draw 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 Draw carry?
About 6,639 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is FM 79 over Pine Creek Draw?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns FM 79 over Pine Creek Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.