US Bridges

FM 79 over Trib of Little Pine Crk

Good

Lamar County, Texas · 0.2 MI NW of FM 1500 · Structure no. 011390068802035

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,402
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 79 over Trib of Little Pine Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 79 over Trib of Little Pine Crk in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 1,402 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,149 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 79
CrossesTrib of Little Pine Crk
Location0.2 MI NW of FM 1500
RouteState Highway 79
StateTexas
Coordinates33.72497, -95.6347
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,402 (2020)
Projected traffic8,149 by 2039
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 79 over Trib of Little Pine Crk built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 79 over Trib of Little Pine Crk 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 Trib of Little Pine Crk carry?

About 1,402 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 79 over Trib of Little Pine Crk?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 79 over Trib of Little Pine Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.