US 79 over Drainage Ditch
FairWilliamson County, Texas · 3.35 MI E of FM 619 · Structure no. 142460020404016
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,902
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 79 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 79 over Drainage Ditch in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 102 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 10,902 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,263 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 79 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is US 79 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 79 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 10,902 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 79 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 79 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.