US 79 over Hoggs Bayou
FairPanola County, Texas · 0.10 MI N of SH 149 · Structure no. 191830006311080
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,955
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Hoggs Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Hoggs Bayou in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 49 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 7,955 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,440 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 over Hoggs Bayou built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is US 79 over Hoggs Bayou 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 over Hoggs Bayou carry?
About 7,955 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Hoggs Bayou?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 79 over Hoggs Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.