US 79 over Martin Creek
FairRusk County, Texas · 4.8 MI W of FM 1798 · Structure no. 102010024601005
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,118
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Martin Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 79 over Martin Creek in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 89 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 3,118 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,365 by 2041. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 over Martin Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 79 over Martin 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 79 over Martin Creek carry?
About 3,118 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Martin Creek?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 over Martin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.