US Bridges

SH 79 NB over SH 79 SB to US 82 EB Con

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 0.45 MI S of Bus 287 · Structure no. 032430028204012

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
206 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,121
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 79 NB over SH 79 SB to US 82 EB Con is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 79 NB over SH 79 SB to US 82 EB Con 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 3,121 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,940 by 2033. The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSH 79 NB
CrossesSH 79 SB to US 82 EB Con
Location0.45 MI S of Bus 287
RouteState Highway 79
StateTexas
Coordinates33.88764, -98.44625
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length206 ft (62.8 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,121 (2019)
Projected traffic2,940 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 79 NB over SH 79 SB to US 82 EB Con built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 79 NB over SH 79 SB to US 82 EB Con 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 2024.

How much traffic does SH 79 NB over SH 79 SB to US 82 EB Con carry?

About 3,121 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 79 NB over SH 79 SB to US 82 EB Con?

The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SH 79 NB over SH 79 SB to US 82 EB Con?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.