US 79 over Walker Creek
FairRusk County, Texas · 2.20 MI W of FM 1798 · Structure no. 102010024601006
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,741
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Walker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Walker Creek in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 2,741 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,837 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Walker Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 over Walker 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 Walker Creek carry?
About 2,741 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Walker Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 79 over Walker Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.