US 59 NB over US 79
FairPanola County, Texas · 0.80 MI N of FM 699 · Structure no. 191830006303060
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,710
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 NB over US 79 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 NB over US 79 in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5,710 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,990 by 2033. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 NB over US 79 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 NB over US 79 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 NB over US 79 carry?
About 5,710 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 59 NB over US 79?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 NB over US 79?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.