US 79 over Sandy Creek
FairRobertson County, Texas · 1.6 MI W of FM 2549 · Structure no. 171980020501034
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,838
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Sandy Creek in Robertson County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 83 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 4,838 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,773 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US 79 over Sandy Creek 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 over Sandy Creek carry?
About 4,838 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.