US Bridges

SH 79 SB over Drainage Ditch

Fair

Wichita County, Texas · 0.65 MI S of Bus 287 · Structure no. 032430028204014

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
5,586
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 79 SB over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 79 SB over Drainage Ditch 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 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 5,586 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,940 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long.

Location

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CarriesSH 79 SB
CrossesDrainage Ditch
Location0.65 MI S of Bus 287
RouteState Highway 79
CountyWichita County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.88664, -98.44905
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,586 (2020)
Projected traffic2,940 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 79 SB over Drainage Ditch built?

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

What condition is SH 79 SB over Drainage Ditch 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 2024.

How much traffic does SH 79 SB over Drainage Ditch carry?

About 5,586 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 79 SB over Drainage Ditch?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SH 79 SB over Drainage Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.