US 79 over Toms Creek
GoodLeon County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of FM 542 · Structure no. 171450020505049
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,221
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Toms Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Toms Creek in Leon County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 6,221 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 US 79 over Toms Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 over Toms Creek 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 79 over Toms Creek carry?
About 6,221 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Toms Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 over Toms Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.