US 79 NB over SH 6 NB & UP RR
GoodRobertson County, Texas · 0.7 MI N of US 190 · Structure no. 171980020501118
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 570 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,396
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 NB over SH 6 NB & UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79 NB over SH 6 NB & UP RR in Robertson County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 2,396 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,354 by 2042. The structure is 570 ft (173.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 NB over SH 6 NB & UP RR built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 NB over SH 6 NB & 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 NB over SH 6 NB & UP RR carry?
About 2,396 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is US 79 NB over SH 6 NB & UP RR?
The structure is 570 ft (173.7 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 NB over SH 6 NB & UP RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.