US 79 WB over US 59
FairPanola County, Texas · 1.10 MI N of SP 572 · Structure no. 191830006303085
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 290 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,370
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 WB over US 59 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79 WB over US 59 in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 3,370 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,720 by 2033. The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long and 40 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 WB over US 59 built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 WB over US 59 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 79 WB over US 59 carry?
About 3,370 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is US 79 WB over US 59?
The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 WB over US 59?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.