SH 79 SB over Mkt Railroad
GoodWichita County, Texas · 0.2 MI S of Bus 287/SH240 · Structure no. 032430028204009
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 290 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,110
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 79 SB over Mkt Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 79 SB over Mkt Railroad in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,110 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,940 by 2033. The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 79 SB over Mkt Railroad built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 79 SB over Mkt Railroad in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2022.
How much traffic does SH 79 SB over Mkt Railroad carry?
About 3,110 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SH 79 SB over Mkt Railroad?
The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns SH 79 SB over Mkt Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.