US 79 over Touchstone Creek
FairRobertson County, Texas · 4.4 MI E of FM 2549 · Structure no. 171980020501036
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,259
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Touchstone Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Touchstone 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 7,259 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,163 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. 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 Touchstone 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 Touchstone 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 Touchstone Creek carry?
About 7,259 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Touchstone Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 79 over Touchstone Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.