US 79 over Hoggs Bayou
GoodPanola County, Texas · 1.00 MI NE of US 59 · Structure no. 191830024701021
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,448
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Hoggs Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79 over Hoggs Bayou in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 8,448 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,230 by 2033. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 over Hoggs Bayou built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 over Hoggs Bayou 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 Hoggs Bayou carry?
About 8,448 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Hoggs Bayou?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 over Hoggs Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.