SH 79 over Drain
FairThrockmorton County, Texas · 1.2 MI SW of FM 2356 · Structure no. 032240028402004
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 414
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 79 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying SH 79 over Drain in Throckmorton County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 96 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 414 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,060 by 2037. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 87 ft wide. 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 79 over Drain built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is SH 79 over Drain 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SH 79 over Drain carry?
About 414 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SH 79 over Drain?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns SH 79 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.