US 79 over Davis Branch
FairPanola County, Texas · 0.80 MI W of FM 1970 · Structure no. 191830024602004
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,218
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Davis Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Davis Branch in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 100 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 3,218 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,280 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Davis Branch built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is US 79 over Davis Branch 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 Davis Branch carry?
About 3,218 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Davis Branch?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 79 over Davis Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.