SH 79 SB over BNSF RR & Bus 287
GoodWichita County, Texas · 0.7 MI N of US 82 · Structure no. 032430028204122
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 402 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,947
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 79 SB over BNSF RR & Bus 287 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 79 SB over BNSF RR & Bus 287 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 1,947 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,880 by 2033. The structure is 402 ft (122.5 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 BNSF RR & Bus 287 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 79 SB over BNSF RR & Bus 287 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 SB over BNSF RR & Bus 287 carry?
About 1,947 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SH 79 SB over BNSF RR & Bus 287?
The structure is 402 ft (122.5 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns SH 79 SB over BNSF RR & Bus 287?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.