US 79 over Mineral Creek Branch
FairRobertson County, Texas · 1.6 MI E of FM 46 · Structure no. 171980020502040
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,669
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Mineral Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Mineral Creek Branch in Robertson County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 4,669 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,537 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Mineral Creek Branch built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 over Mineral Creek Branch 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 Mineral Creek Branch carry?
About 4,669 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Mineral Creek Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 79 over Mineral Creek Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.