US 79 SB (wb) over Chandler Creek
GoodWilliamson County, Texas · 4.2 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 142460020401084
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 434 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,050
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 SB (wb) over Chandler Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 79 SB (wb) over Chandler Creek in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 20,050 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,877 by 2039. The structure is 434 ft (132.3 m) long and 40 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 SB (wb) over Chandler Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 79 SB (wb) over Chandler Creek 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 79 SB (wb) over Chandler Creek carry?
About 20,050 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 79 SB (wb) over Chandler Creek?
The structure is 434 ft (132.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 79 SB (wb) over Chandler Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.