US Bridges

US 79 / US 190 over UP RR

Good

Robertson County, Texas · 0.4 MI E of FM 1644 · Structure no. 171980020409067

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
225 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,190
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 79 / US 190 over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79 / US 190 over UP RR in Robertson County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 6,190 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,666 by 2042. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 79 / US 190
CrossesUP RR
Location0.4 MI E of FM 1644
RouteU.S. Route 79
CountyRobertson County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.83748, -96.63521
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.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length225 ft (68.6 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,190 (2023)
Projected traffic8,666 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 79 / US 190 over UP RR built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 79 / US 190 over UP RR 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 79 / US 190 over UP RR carry?

About 6,190 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 79 / US 190 over UP RR?

The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 79 / US 190 over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.