US 79 SB over Bu 79
GoodPanola County, Texas · 1.07 MI SW of SH 149 · Structure no. 191830006311101
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 220 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,305
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 SB over Bu 79 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79 SB over Bu 79 in Panola 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 6,305 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,140 by 2031. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 40 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 79 SB over Bu 79 built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 SB over Bu 79 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 79 SB over Bu 79 carry?
About 6,305 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 79 SB over Bu 79?
The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 SB over Bu 79?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.