US 79 over Bromley Creek Relief
FairRusk County, Texas · 0.70 MI NE of Lp 571 · Structure no. 102010020607030
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,640
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Bromley Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Bromley Creek Relief in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 75 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 7,640 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,696 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 Bromley Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is US 79 over Bromley Creek Relief 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 79 over Bromley Creek Relief carry?
About 7,640 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Bromley Creek Relief?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US 79 over Bromley Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.