US Bridges

US 79 over Sabine River Relief

Good

Panola County, Texas · 1.10 MI SW of FM 123 · Structure no. 191830024701019

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
630 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
7,906
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 79 over Sabine River Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79 over Sabine River Relief in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 7,906 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,280 by 2033. The structure is 630 ft (192 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesUS 79
CrossesSabine River Relief
Location1.10 MI SW of FM 123
RouteU.S. Route 79
StateTexas
Coordinates32.22014, -94.2352
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length630 ft (192 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.8 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,906 (2020)
Projected traffic13,280 by 2033
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 79 over Sabine River Relief built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 79 over Sabine River Relief 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 over Sabine River Relief carry?

About 7,906 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is US 79 over Sabine River Relief?

The structure is 630 ft (192 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns US 79 over Sabine River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.