US 79 / US 190 over Little Brazos River
FairRobertson County, Texas · 1.7 MI W of SH 6 · Structure no. 171980020409056
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 650 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,189
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 / US 190 over Little Brazos River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 79 / US 190 over Little Brazos River in Robertson County, Texas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 5 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 7,189 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,065 by 2042. The structure is 650 ft (198.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 / US 190 over Little Brazos River built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 / US 190 over Little Brazos River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 79 / US 190 over Little Brazos River carry?
About 7,189 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 79 / US 190 over Little Brazos River?
The structure is 650 ft (198.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 / US 190 over Little Brazos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.